New species of frog discovered that makes a quacking sound like a duck.

Recently, Indian biologists and researchers from the University of Life Sciences Wolverhampton discovered a new amphibian species in the Namdapha-Kamlang wetlands, Arunachal Pradesh, in northeastern India.

The new frog species has been named Nidirana noadihing, after the Noa-Dihing River, near where the animal was discovered and collected for study.

Dr. Deepak Veerappan, a herpetologist in the research team, said: “ This newly discovered frog species is up to 6 cm long, has horn-like nodules on its back and a pale cream-colored line down the middle of its body, with spots of irregular shape and size .”

According to this study, Nidirana noadihing has a light brown and slightly pinkish throat, forelimbs, thighs, and lower legs. Its groin and outer thighs are pale yellow with irregular dark patches, while its chest and belly are creamy with a yellowish tint.

A species of frog with a unique call has been found in the Namdapha-Kamlang area of ​​Arunachal Pradesh, northeastern India. (Image: Wolverhampton University of Life Sciences)

Dr. Veerappan further stated: “ Initially, we heard a sound coming from a swamp near the Noa-Dihing River, a sound quite similar to the quacking of ducks, lasting two to three seconds, but in reality, it was the call of the Nidirana noadihing frog; both males and females make this kind of call .”

To reach their conclusion, the scientists collected five Nidirana noadihing frogs, including three males and two females. The researchers stated that Nidirana noadihing frogs are distinguished from other species by their size, oval-shaped toes, bumpy backs, and peculiar duck-like call.

This amphibian lives in swampy areas, with male frogs creating round burrows to attract mates. However, experts' understanding of the life cycle of the Nidirana noadihing frog is still incomplete. Its reproductive behaviors, egg-laying, and parental care capabilities remain mysterious, creating interesting avenues for further in-depth research in the near future.

Huynh Dung

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