Goliath Frog

The Goliath Frog is the largest living frog in the world, native to the rainforests of Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea. It is known for its impressive size, with a body length of over 12 inches and a body weight of over 7 pounds.

The Goliath Frog is a nocturnal and semi-aquatic animal that spends most of its time in or near water. It is a carnivore that preys on a variety of animals, including insects, fish, and other small invertebrates.

Goliath Frog

Goliath Frog

Classification

Amphibia > Anura > Conrauidae > Conraua > C. goliath

Native To

Conservation Status

Average Height

1 foot
(0.3 m)

Average Weight

6 - 7 lbs
(2.7 - 3.2 kg)

Average Life Span

15 years

Gestation Period

1 - 2 weeks

Diet

Carnivore (insects, crabs, small reptiles)

Social Structure

Solitary

Did You Know?

The Goliath Frog is the largest frog in the world, capable of growing over a foot long and weighing more than 7 pounds!

They are found in West Africa, primarily in Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea.

Goliath Frogs can live for up to 15 years in the wild.

Despite their massive size, they are surprisingly agile and can jump over 10 feet in a single leap.

Their diet consists of insects, fish, and other small amphibians and reptiles.

Goliath Frogs build nests for their eggs, sometimes clearing out areas down to bedrock.

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