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Old 08-12-2016, 01:30 PM   #1
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Rain frog that turned into a Sleeping beauty is a new species from the Peruvian Andes

A new species of rain frog was discovered in the premontane forests of the Peruvian central Andes. Referring to the mountain chain's local name, the amphibian's name translates to 'Sleeping Beauty.' Another striking thing about the new frog is the contrasting bright red that coats its groins, shanks and thighs.



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