Lepidobatrachus is a genus of ceratophryidid frogs. Their common name is Paraguay horned frogs or Budgett's frogs (in honor of the scientist who described the genus), although the latter more commonly refers to a specific species, Lepidobatrachus laevis.

Geographic range

Lepidobatrachus are found in South America, in Paraguay, Argentina, Brazil, and Bolivia.

Description

Lepidobatrachus frogs are generally a light, olive green in color, sometimes with lighter green or yellow mottling. They are capable of growing to an adult size of 4 to 5 inches (10 to 13 cm), with females growing slightly larger than males. They have a rounded, flattened body with eyes set high on their head, giving them a blob-like appearance. They have short limbs, which do not make them particularly efficient swimmers. They do not have teeth, but they do have two sharp protrusions inside their large mouth which serve the same purpose.

In captivity

Budgett's frogs are very rarely found in a traditional chain pet shop. The most commonly available species is L. laevis. Due to their comical appearance, they tend to make an attractive option for the intermediate to advanced amphibian keeper. They have an average lifespan of about 10 years.


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