Zoology: Bones

From West Africa's cascading mountain streams, the goliath frog is the largest frog in the world. This frog species, weighing up to 7 pounds, with a body length of 12 1/2 inches (measuring over 3 feet from nose to toe) has a ten foot leap. This particular individual is reported to be of record size. The eggs and tadpoles of this giant species are of comparable size to those of other species; however, the goliath frog's tadpoles are said to grow faster than any other amphibian for 30 days in the middle of their metamorphosis. The skull is available individually.

Conservation Status: Endangered

Body length 12 1/2" / 31.8 cm