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American Bullfrog

American bullfrogs have a curious claim to fame.These wide-mouthed

amphibians will attempt to make a meal out of almost anything they can cram
into their mouths – from insects to other frogs! Yet their appetites aren’t
the only surprising thing about these bulky amphibians.

Key Facts ORDER Anura / FAMILY Ranidae / GENUS
& SPECIES Rana catesbeiana

Weight Up to 500g (1.1lb)

Length Up to 20cm (7.9in)
Legs: up to 25cm (9.8in)

Sexual maturity 2–4 years
Spawning season May–June in north; Feb–Oct in south
Number of eggs 20,000

Incubation period Aprox 5 days
Breeding interval Yearly
Typical diet Insects, invertebrates, small reptiles
and fish
Lifespan Up to 10 years in the wild;
16 in captivity

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