One of The World’s Smallest Vertebrates is a Frog That Fits on a Fingertip
By Tad Malone
Published on April 12, 2026.
Paedophryne amauensis, a terrestrial frog found in Papua New Guinea, is one of the smallest vertebrates in the world and can leap up to 30 times its body length. Researchers discovered the tiny frog in 2009 accidentally by accident. The amphibian, which lives on land and lacks a tadpole stage, was named after Amau village in the Central Province. Despite its small size, these frogs are difficult to detect due to their camouflaged nature and their unique evolutionary adaptations. They are also known for their insect-like calls.
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