Xenopus (/ ˈzɛnəpəs / [1][2]) (from Greek ξενος, xenos 'strange' + πους, pous 'foot', commonly known as the clawed frog) is a genus of highly aquatic frogs native to sub-Saharan Africa. …

Xenopus is a genus of African frogs that are commonly known as the African clawed frogs. Two species of Xenopus are regularly used by biologists, Xenopus laevis and Xenopus tropicalis.

Clawed frog, (genus Xenopus), any member of 6 to 15 species of tongueless aquatic African frogs (family Pipidae) having small black claws on the inner three toes of the hind limbs.

Xenopus is a genus in the quaintly-named Pipidae family of frogs. These are a group of very primitive animals, thought to be a bit of a transitional animal between aquatic and land …

The xenopus – known more commonly as the African clawed frog – is one of the most studied of all amphibians. The frog can be bred and maintained easily in the laboratory, where they can …

African clawed frogs (Xenopus) are aquatic frogs with small, wedged-shaped heads and flattened bodies. They have smooth skin, which is often mottled and olive to brown color on their backs …

Jul 13, 2023 · Xenopus is a fascinating genus of amphibians that includes over 20 species of frogs. These unique creatures are commonly known as clawed frogs due to the presence of …

Aug 26, 2025 · Xenopus, a genus of aquatic frogs, has been a vital tool for scientists studying genetics for decades. They have 18 recognized species and are widely distributed across sub …

Jun 15, 2025 · Its name, Xenopus, translates to “strange foot,” alluding to the claws on its hind feet in the adult stage. This tadpole is valued in science for its unique developmental …

Xenopus (/ ˈzɛnəpəs / [1]2) (Gk., ξενος, xenos = strange, πους, pous = foot, commonly known as the clawed frog) is a genus of highly aquatic frogs native to sub-Saharan Africa. Twenty …