Filter for African dwarf frogs?

[SailAwayAK]

I currently have an Eclipse all in one tank. However, before this I had a Whisper filter. It was great and didn't seem to bother my frogs at all. One of the frogs I have was originally in a set up like you are describing. I think you will be all right and so will they.

[Geoff]

I've copied this information from a post I made here on this topic about 18 months ago. It may or may not be helpful as I don't know the filter in question.:

Filters containing a motorised pump are designed principally for use in fish aquaria. Most fish originate from rivers and streams with strong water currents. Hymenochirus frogs, on the other hand, originate from pools (in equatorial west Africa) where the water's still or very slow-moving. It follows therefore, that if the frogs are kept in a tank with a lot of water movement at all levels of the tank, they are trying to survive in conditions that they're not adapted for.

I would recommended a gentle filter system such as an air powered foam or box filter. Of the two, the foam filter is probably best and very efficient when established. This type of filter provides good mechanical and biological filtration.

It is possible to keep the frogs successfully in tanks with a motorised pump filter but it's best if the turbulence is absorbed by directing the pump output towards the back, corner or side of the tank or attaching a spray bar directed upwards against the back of the tank.

[SailAwayAK]

However, it is shown that these frogs are highly adaptive. Otherwise they wouldn't be inhabiting streams in Washington state.

A whisper filter is used by many frog and turtle keepers, I haven't ever looked into a "box" filter and I am having a hard time looking for information. How much water do they move? Where can I find reviews on them?

I have done some reading HERE however, what is recommended for using with htese frogs or even an ACF? How well does it work for cleaning things out for these dirty froggers?

[Geoff]

However, it is shown that these frogs are highly adaptive. Otherwise they wouldn't be inhabiting streams in Washington state.

I'm interested to learn your source for this information. I can believe it's true for Xenopus but it seems unlikely for Hymenochirus.

I haven't ever looked into a "box" filter and I am having a hard time looking for information. How much water do they move? Where can I find reviews on them?

Try Googling "air powered box filter". Here's an example: Box Filters

what is recommended for using with htese frogs or even an ACF? How well does it work for cleaning things out for these dirty froggers?

Your question's impossible to answer because so much is dependent on the size of the frogs, the volume of water and the quantity of waste. One type and size of filter will require more regular maintenance than another size and type but all types are effective and better than nothing. My recommendation of a sponge or box filter was specifically in relation to Hymenochirus (dwarf) frogs