Ceratophrys

/ˌsɛrətəʊˈfrɪs/ noun

Definition

A genus of large South American frogs with horn-like projections above their eyes, known for being sit-and-wait predators that eat other frogs.

Etymology

From Greek 'keras' (horn) + 'ophrys' (eyebrow). Named for the distinctive horn-like supraorbital crests that give these frogs their characteristic fierce appearance.

Kelly Says

Ceratophrys frogs, called horned frogs, have a look of pure reptilian rage and actually live up to it—they're aggressive cannibals that will eat other frogs their own size and have a bite that can break skin!

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