# Where Do Goliath Frogs Live?

> Where goliath frogs live: Fast-flowing rainforest rivers and waterfalls, native range cues, and human overlap. Status Endangered.

- **Species:** Goliath Frog (*Conraua goliath*)
- **Conservation status:** Endangered
- **Diet:** Carnivore (insects, crustaceans, small animals)
- **Habitat:** Fast-flowing rainforest rivers and waterfalls
- **Lifespan:** About 15 years
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- **Last reviewed:** 2026-07-16

## Quick answer

The Goliath frog is the largest living frog, growing up to 32 cm (13 in) long and weighing as much as 3.3 kg (7.3 lb). It lives only in fast-flowing rivers of Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea in West Africa. This powerful frog is endangered and can live around 15 years.

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## Behavior and strength

Despite their size, Goliath frogs are wary and quick to dive into rushing water when disturbed. They are remarkably strong and have been observed moving rocks weighing several kilograms to build small breeding pools at the river's edge. Lacking a vocal sac, they communicate with whistles and an open-mouthed call rather than a typical croak.

## Help protect the Goliath Frog

The goliath frog is listed as Endangered, with habitat loss the leading threat to its future.

[Donate to protect habitat](https://worldanimalrescuenetwork.org/appeals/habitats/)

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