Slimy, bumpy or brightly colored, frogs are some of the most fascinating creatures on Earth. With over 7,700 known species, they’ve adapted to life in nearly every corner of the globe, from rainforests to deserts.

• Frogs are the only amphibians without tails.

• Frogs stay hydrated by absorbing water through their skin!

• Most frogs can jump 20 times their body length.

Supersized Hopper

Goliath Frog

Native to: West Africa

As the largest frog species, this behemoth can grow a whopping 13 inches long and tip the scales at over seven pounds!

THE BEST CAMOUFLAGED

VIETNAMESE MOSSY FROG

Native to: Northern Vietnam

With mottled green and brown skin that resembles moss, this warty frog disappears in plain sight.

THE LITTLEST LEAPER

Paedophryne amauensis

Native to: Papua New Guinea

Measuring a mere 0.3 inches long, this tiny frog is the world’s smallest vertebrate. This species hatches right into miniature adults, skipping the tadpole stage.

THE IMPERSONATOR

Mimic Poison Frog

Native to: Peru

Native to: Peru

This clever amphibian has evolved to resemble poison dart frogs, deterring predators who might otherwise consider it prey.

A world of color

The amphibian world bursts with a kaleidoscope of colors! Meet some of the most incredibly colorful frog species on the planet.

DYEING POISON DART FROG

Native to: Forests of Central and South America

RED-EYED TREE FROG

Native to: Forests from Central America to northwestern South America

GOLDEN POISON FROG

Native to: Rainforests of Colombia

AMAZON MILK FROG

Native to: Tropical rainforests of South America