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New Research Reveals Frogs Have Preserved Their Ecology for 45 Million Years Frog melanosome geometry study shows similarities between ancient and modern frog eyes. Image credit:…
Bellow’s alpine tree frogs enhance their jumping ability when infected with a common fungus Robert Valentich/naturepl.com The chytrid fungus is a lethal pathogen affecting amphibians amid…
Green and gold bell frogs in an artificial hotspot shelter Anthony Waddle One of Australia’s most endangered amphibians can fight off a deadly fungal infection with…
Scientists have discovered a “toxin sponge” protein in poison dart frogs that safely stores dangerous alkaloids, offering the possibility of a new approach to treating poisoning…