Indian Pond Frog
A small brown frog with a ridged back, extremely common in wet fields across Asia.
Overview
Indian Pond Frog (Fejervarya limnocharis) is a true frog native to South & East Asia. A small brown frog with a ridged back, extremely common in wet fields across Asia.
Care level: Beginner. Toxicity: Low.
History & Origin
The Ranidae (True Frogs) is naturally distributed across South & East Asia, where it occupies the typical habitats of its family. It has been kept by specialist and hobbyist keepers both in the wild and in captivity.
Appearance & Size
Indian Pond Frog is a 4–7 cm true frog.
Temperament
True frogs are robust, semi-aquatic and active; many are hardy and outgoing, equally at home in the water and on land.
Care & Husbandry
A true frog needs a semi-aquatic setup with both water and land, strong filtration and plenty of room to swim. Feed insects and aquatic invertebrates; keep temperatures around 20–26 °C and maintain excellent water quality.
This species is generally rated Beginner in difficulty for keepers.
Health & Lifespan
In captivity Indian Pond Frog typically lives 4–6 years. True frogs commonly live 5–12 years. They are susceptible to chytrid and bacterial disease, so quarantine and excellent water quality matter; avoid overcrowding.
Popularity & Recognition
True frogs such as the American bullfrog are among the most widespread and familiar amphibians, important both ecologically and as food in many cultures.
