Amphibian news, features and articles
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To Avoid Being Eaten, Tadpoles Aren't Choosy About Escape VehicleResearchers have now found that abandoned tadpoles don’t wait for their father to return, because they run the risk of getting eaten by cannibalistic siblings.
By Richa Malhotra Published
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Hind Sight: Blind Tadpoles See Via Eyes in TailsTadpoles that "see" through eyes grafted onto their tails represent an exciting step forward for regenerative medicine, researchers said.
By Mindy Weisberger Published
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New Striped Rain-Frog Species Discovered in Ecuador’s Cloud ForestsThe species was discovered during an expedition to study a similar rainfrog.
By Kacey Deamer Published
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Facts About NewtsNewts are small semi-aquatic amphibians that possess some interesting characteristics. For example, their skin is toxic and they can regenerate amputated limbs. "Astronewts" have also flown in space.
By Alina Bradford Published
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New Species! Tiny Frog and Fungus Gnat Get Celebrity NamesWhat does British naturalist and broadcaster Sir David Attenborough have in common with the Finnish founder of a symphonic metal band?
By Mindy Weisberger Published
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In New Territory, Good Froggy Dads Go CannibalMale poison frogs are usually good dads. Usually.
By Stephanie Pappas Published
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Frogs Fit on a Fingertip: Tiny New Species Discovered in IndiaFour newly discovered frog species from India are small enough to perch on a thumbnail with room to spare.
By Mindy Weisberger Published
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So Tiny! Miniature Frog Species Are Among World's Smallest (Photos)Some of the smallest known frogs in the world were recently discovered following a five-year survey in India.
By Christine Lunsford Published
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Tadpoles Prefer Vegetarian Meals During Heat WavesWhen it's too darn hot, amphibian young adapt by changing their diet.
By Mindy Weisberger Published
