Eons: The Biggest Frog That Ever Lived
Beelzebufo ampinga, the so-called "devil frog," may be the largest frog that ever lived. These beach-ball-size amphibians, now extinct, grew to 16 inches in length and weighed about 10 pounds. They inhabited the island of Madagascar during the Late Cretaceous, about 65 to 70 million years ago. Part of the "Eons" series.
Media Details
Runtime: 7 minutes 4 seconds
- Topic: Science
- Subtopic: Amphibians, Evolution, Prehistoric Life
- Grade/Interest Level: 10 - 12
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- Release Year: 2020
- Producer/Distributor: PBS Digital Studios
- Series: Eons
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