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Pinocchio Frog
Not all animal species are actively sought after. And the Pinocchio frog belongs on the list of those uncovered accidentally. In 2008, famous herpetologist Paul Oliver was on a field expedition in the Foja Mountains of Indonesia when he spotted this unique frog. And in 2019, it was described as Litoria Pinocchio.
Like the fictional character, this amphibian has a long, spiky snout. And though the use of this unique adaptation is unknown, scientists have determined that it can be a good indicator of mood. For example, the nose tips up when the frog vocalizes. But when silent, it points down, implying that it’s calm.
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