Hunting Behavior and Dietĭue to their size and aggressive personalities, Horned Frogs, known locally as Escuerzos, are the subject of many tales within their native range. The calls may prevent the carnivorous tadpoles from preying upon relatives…at least until other food runs out! (please see video below). Horned Frog tadpoles communicate with one another by sound…the only vertebrate larvae known to do so. cornuta) bears the longest “horns” of all (please see photo). The following information can be applied to its care. Of these, the Cranwell’s or Chaco Horned Frog ( Ceratophrys cranwelli) is most frequently seen in the pet trade. Seven related species have been described. Natural HistoryĪrgentine Horned Frogs inhabit savannas (grasslands) in Argentina, Uruguay and Brazil. In some regions, they become dormant during cool, dry periods. Albinos and other unique color morphs, as well as hybrids between related species, are available. Despite their size (females may be compared to salad bowls males are much smaller), Horned Frogs require relatively little space and are an ideal choice for those seeking an interesting pet that may live to age 20 or more. Dubbed the “Pac Man Frog” due to a resemblance to the large-mouthed video game character, it is beautifully colored and “charmingly” pugnacious in disposition. The Argentine or Ornate Horned Frog ( Ceratophrys ornata) may be the world’s most popular amphibian pet.
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