Overview
The Surinam Toad (Pipa pipa) is a advanced freshwater species known for its brown-gray, flat (leaf-like) coloration. Flat body. Bottom.
Origin & Appearance
Origin: South America.
Colors: Brown-Gray, Flat (leaf-like).
Body Shape: Frog (squat amphibian). Typical adult dimensions: 20.0 x 12.0 x 10.0.
Sexual Dimorphism: Subtle; males smaller, may vocalize.
Tank & Water Requirements
| Min Tank Size | 30 gallons |
| Temperature | 75–82°F |
| pH Range | 6.5–7.5 |
| Water Hardness (GH) | 3-15 |
| Bioload | low |
| Oxygen Demand | low |
| Plant Safe | mostly |
| Aquarium Position | Bottom |
Behavior & Activity
Bottom-dwelling flat lurker; lies motionless on bottom; sudden vacuum-lunge feeding; barely moves between feedings
Speed: 20/100Aggression: 2/10nocturnalSchooling (3+)
Breeding
Moderate; egg layer
Common Diseases
💊 Chytrid fungus💊 bacterial💊 red-leg
Expert Notes
Flat body; embeds eggs in back skin