Endemic to Central and South America, the Glass Frog is an insectivore species inhabiting rainforests habitats. Weighing Up to 0.03 g, it is classified as Least Concern.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Glass Frog | Insectivore Amphibians Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 0.0 g | 0.3 g | ↓ 90% |
| Height | 5.0 cm | — | — |
| Avg Speed | 0.8 km/h | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Glass Frog inhabits rainforests habitats. It can be found in Central and South America.
Typical coloring: Green, Transparent.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Glass Frog is a solitary species belonging to the Centrolenidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
LC The Glass Frog is classified as Least Concern. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 4 insectivore amphibians, the Glass Frog’s weight of Up to 0.03 g is significantly lower than the group median of 0.3 g.
Weight rank: #53 of 66 Least Concern species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Humpback Whale | Up to 30000 kg | LC |
| 2 | Walrus | Up to 1200 kg | LC |
| 3 | Yak | 500–1200 kg | LC |
| 4 | Water Buffalo | 300–1200 kg | LC |
| 5 | Zebra | 400–900 kg | LC |
Related Species
How much does a Glass Frog weigh?
A Glass Frog typically weighs Up to 0.03 g, which is exceptionally low compared to the median of 0.3 g among insectivore amphibians.
What is the conservation status of the Glass Frog?
The Glass Frog is classified as “Least Concern”. There are 66 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Glass Frog live?
The Glass Frog is found in Central and South America, in rainforests habitats.
How does the Glass Frog reproduce?
The Glass Frog has a gestation period of 10–20 days and typically produces Up to 30 offspring per birth.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026