Portrait of a Mountain Chicken Frog Tank Top

The Mountain Chicken is not a chicken at all. In fact, it is one of the largest frogs in the world. Its name comes from strong hind legs which locals find very appetizing – hence their popularity as a traditional Caribbean dish. The frogs have striking patterns which effectively camouflages them against the forest floor when they’re not hiding in burrows or rock crevices. It is well camouflaged against its habitat and remains still for lengthy periods of time before ambushing its prey. It can reach a head and body length of over 20 cm, weigh over 900g and live for up to 12 years. (write-up from Bristol Zoo)