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A newfound ‘croakless’ frog may communicate via touch

The animal might use spines on its throat to recognize potential mates instead of calls

A newfound frog, Hyperolius ukaguruensis, which is a mxi of gold and green, looking upwards as it sits on a leaf

Rather than croaking, a newfound frog (Hyperolius ukaguruensis) might use the spines on its throat to communicate via sense of touch.

Christoph Liedtke

By McKenzie Prillaman

A newfound species of frog doesn’t ribbit. In fact, it doesn’t make any sound at all.

Many frogs have unusual characteristics, from turning translucent to being clumsy jumpers (SN: 12/22/22; 6/15/22). The recently discovered amphibian lacks a voice.