|
The ornate horned frog (Ceratophrys ornata) is one of several species
of horned frogs native to the tropical and montane rain forests; a few
species of Ceratophrys can be found in more arid regions. Native
to Northern Argentina, Uruguay and the Rio Grande do Sul region of Brazil,
these carnivorous amphibians become very large. Their current popular
name of "Pac-man Frog" eloquently describes their appearance
when they lunge at prey: they appear to be all mouth. These frogs have
exceptionally fast growth rates: within two weeks of hatching they have
metamorphosed into their adult frog form. They then continue their rapid
growth rate: often sold when they are about the size of a silver dollar,
cornets will reach 6 inches within five months. Their upper eyelid is
pulled up into a little point over the eye, thus giving rise to its name. |
