Ornate Horned Frog

(Ceratophrys ornata)

Find Me In
Kaleidoscope Cove
IUCN Conservation Status
Near Threatened (NT)

Habitat/Range

South America (Argentina, Brazil, Uruguay)

Size

Size: 4.5-6.5 inches

Weight: Up to 1 lb.

Lifespan: 6-7 years

Diet

Large insects, lizards, mice, and other horned frogs.

The Ornate horned frog is known for its large mouth and voracious appetite, giving it the nickname "Pac-Man frog". They spend most of their time buried in leaf litter waiting for prey, like insects, rodents, and even other frogs!

Things To Know


Types
Amphibians



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