Budgett's Frog (Lepidobatrachus laevis)


This amphibian is also called Escuerzo or Wide-mouth frog, an endangered species of frog due to habitat loss. It is native to Argentina, Paraguay and Bolivia and lives on dry savanna, dry shrub land, freshwater marshes and ponds.Budgett's frogs are very rare to find in a traditional chain pet shop. Due to their comical appearance, they are attractive to amphibian keepers. This frog is aggressive and has been known to bite when cornered by a human or predator.