10 new amphibian species discovered in Colombia
Monday, February 2, 2009 - 19:35
in Biology & Nature
Scientists today announced the discovery of 10 amphibians believed to be new to science, including a spiky-skinned, orange-legged rain frog, three poison dart frogs and three glass frogs, so called because their transparent skin can reveal internal organs.
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