8 Smallest Animals in the World

Paedophryne amauensis (Frog)

This frog holds the record as the world's smallest vertebrate, measuring just 7.7 millimeters (0.30 inches) in length. It was discovered in Papua New Guinea.

Bee Hummingbird (Mellisuga helenae)

The smallest bird, this hummingbird measures about 5.5 centimeters (2.2 inches) in length and weighs approximately 1.6-2 grams (0.056-0.071 ounces).

Pygmy Marmoset (Cebuella pygmaea)

This tiny monkey, native to the Amazon Basin, measures about 13-15 centimeters (5.1-5.9 inches) in body length, with a tail of about 15-20 centimeters (5.9-7.9 inches), and weighs around 100 grams (3.5 ounces).

Philippine Tarsier

One of the smallest primates, this tarsier measures about 85-160 millimeters (3.3-6.3 inches) in body length and weighs between 80-160 grams (2.8-5.6 ounces).

Pygmy Rabbit (Brachylagus idahoensis)

The smallest rabbit species, pygmy rabbits weigh around 375-500 grams (13-17.6 ounces) and measure about 23.5-29.5 centimeters (9.3-11.6 inches) in length.

Pygmy Seahorse (Hippocampus bargibanti)

These tiny seahorses measure about 2 centimeters (0.8 inches) in length and are masters of camouflage, blending in with the coral reefs they inhabit.

Speckled Cape Tortoise (Homopus signatus)

This small tortoise, found in South Africa, measures about 6-8 centimeters (2.4-3.1 inches) in length and weighs 95-165 grams (3.4-5.8 ounces).

Paedocypris Fish

The smallest known fish, and vertebrate, Paedocypris measures just 7.9 millimeters (0.31 inches) in length and is found in the swamps of Southeast Asia.

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