Why are Xenopus frogs restricted in some states?
Xenopus frogs are not native to this continent. They come from Africa. Some states have climates that closely resemble parts of Africa. There is a concern that if these Xenopus frogs escaped into the local environment, they would out-compete native amphibians for precious food and habitat. The following states require permits to import Xenopus frogs (this list is subject to change as state regulations change): Arizona, California, Hawaii, Montana, Nevada, New Jersey, Oregon, Utah, Virginia, North Carolina, and Washington.
