So I've been doing lots of research and it seems that African dwarf frogs make great pets. I got a fish tank about 3 weeks ago and I only had female bettas in it. Sadly, the third female I got came with a disease and it killed her in two days. One week later, my other female betta died and she showed the same symptoms as the first female that died so assume she sadly caught the same disease. Keep in mind, I returned the first female that died and they tested the water and there were no harmful chemicals or things such as ammonia in it, it was clean. Also, I cleaned the tank entirely the day she died. Now I only have one more female and an amano shrimp but it looks like this last betta has the same disease. I don't know what is going on, I'm doing everything right but I think I'm just gonna stop getting bettas or fish in general because it breaks my heart to see them suffer and die. I just haven't had (clearly) the best luck with them and I don't want to take any more chances. Anyways, back to the main topic, I've looked around a lot of it seems ADF are a bit hardier than fish and their living requirements are more flexible. I have a 6 gallon tank for them, not very high so they can reach the top to breathe, hiding spots, a filter, thermometer, gravel, and some live plants. What I still need (if I go through with getting them) is some taller plants for them to hide in and use to help them reach the top of the tank to breathe, food of course and a flat small dish of sorts for their food. What I am not too sure on is what is required for their tank in terms of water quality and cleanliness. I assume that the water still needs to be treated with conditioner, are there any other liquids or treatments the water needs? Do I still need to test water for ammonia and nitrites (I assume yes but i want to make sure since they are frogs and not fish, there might be some differences)? Basically what would you advice I do to keep my tank clean and safe for the frogs to survive and live long and healthy lives in? I don't want to hurt the little froggies! Also any other advice that I didn't mention and should know would greatly be appreciated (such as any diet advice, how often to clean the tank, etc) The more info/advice, the better! Thanks!
OH and how could I forget, I assume I need to cycle the tank for the frogs too right? I'm new to fish to I believe I might have done the cycling wrong or not done it to the extent that I could have. It's somehow a bit of a confusing topic for me. If anyone could tell me how to properly cycle a tank for these frogs I would appreciate it so much!
OH and how could I forget, I assume I need to cycle the tank for the frogs too right? I'm new to fish to I believe I might have done the cycling wrong or not done it to the extent that I could have. It's somehow a bit of a confusing topic for me. If anyone could tell me how to properly cycle a tank for these frogs I would appreciate it so much!