Fanged

A new study has identified the smallest species of fanged frogs in Southeast Asia, with unique characteristics such as terrestrial egg-laying and male egg guarding. This discovery in Sulawesi, Indonesia, contributes to our understanding of amphibian diversity and underscores the necessity of conserving these unique ecosystems. Above is a photo of the new species of fanged frog, Limnonectes phyllofolia. Credit: Sean ReillyThe males of these tiny frogs guard their eggs, which are laid on leaves.Generally, frogs’ teeth…

The lush, volcanic hills of Sulawesi in Indonesia are home to several species of fanged frogs with unusual reproductive habits, including Limnonectes larvaepartus – the only species of frog in the world known to give birth to live tadpoles.Now, this tropical island has revealed another one of its secrets: the world's smallest frog with fangs.Related to the other fanged frog species, the newly found Limnonectes phyllofolia is a traditional amphibian egg layer.The new species of fanged frog, Limnonectes phyllofolia. (Sean…