Brazilian Flea Toad Confirmed as World’s Smallest Vertebrate

A recent study confirms that the Brazilian flea toad is not only the world’s smallest amphibian but also the world’s smallest vertebrate. Researchers revisited the original discovery site, capturing specimens for measurement and assessment of maturity, with male specimens averaging slightly over 7 millimeters and females slightly longer. This finding sheds light on the remarkable discovery of the world’s tiniest vertebrate, opening up possibilities for further exploration in the field of amphibian research.