noun
horned frog
Refers to frogs of the genus Ceratophrys, known for their wide mouths and horn-like projections above the eyes. Often kept as pets.
ツノガエルはその大きな口で有名だ。
The horned frog is famous for its large mouth.
ペットショップでツノガエルを見た。
I saw a horned frog at the pet shop.
Compound of 角 (つの, 'horn') and 蛙 (かえる, 'frog'), describing the horn-like projections above the eyes. The exact historical derivation is uncertain.