That camera flash must mean someone is on to me.

Vietnamese Mossy Frog (Theloderma corticale)

Vietnamese mossy frog (Theloderma corticale)

Cute Frog of the Week: August 30, 2010

With what is said to be one of the most elaborate camouflage capabilities in the entire animal kingdom, Vietnamese mossy frogs are likely to be overlooked. Their bumpy, spotted skin makes them look like moss or lichen. If they are threatened by a predator, they can curl into a ball to ensure that they’re even better camouflaged. In addition to this talent, Vietnamese mossy frogs can throw their voices like ventriloquists.

Photo credit: Brian Gratwicke, Panama Amphibian Rescue and Conservation Project.

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