Folklore

FROGS | EDUCATION

Tiny amphibians who look just like moss!

The first batch to hatch were eight Mossy Froglets, who hatched under the watchful eye of the dedicated reptile team. In the early stage of their development, the froglets were kept off-show in the Reptile incubation room.

Curator Jamie Craig, said, “We treat the rearing of any amphibian to adulthood as a success. The metamorphosing stages can be very tricky, and we are delighted to have had repeatable successes with our Mossy Frogs. They are growing well, and we hope to create a new display for them.”

Their camouflage has been described as one of the best in the amphibian world. Rough, bumpy skin, combined with complex green and black colouring, makes them almost indistinguishable from a lump of moss or lichen, enabling these tiny frogs to blend in perfectly with their surroundings and avoid detection by predators. When frightened, they curl into a ball and remain motionless, mimicking death to avoid further harm.

In the wild, this species breeds by larval development in rock cavities containing water and also in tree holes. It takes approximately one year for a tadpole to become a fully developed adult.

Frogs have appeared in legend and folklore in many cultures throughout history. Chinese legends involving frogs date back to 4 B.C. — 57 A.D. Special temples were built…

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