My acf laid eggs

[tgampper]

Hi Jen:

The pix is quite blurry, but I am allmost sure that the egg is unfertilized. It look like there is a fungal growth covering the egg (look for a cotton-like fuzz). I would remove any fuzzy eggs, if they aren't, keep them for another week or so. You are correct, females should only mate 3-4 times a year to remain healthy and vibrant frogs. It is possible that the female may be too young (usually females mature in 9 months). I would separate them for three months and try again. When you are ready to try again, lower the water to 5 inches and raise the temperature to about 85(F). This will stimulate the production of eggs. Then raise the water level to at least 8 inches and lower the temperature by adding ice cubes to the water. The higher water level and lowering the temperature will drive the male crazy and hopefully successful breeding will begin. In Africa, these frogs breed during the cooler months and during periods of flooding. It just might work.

Good luck