A team of diverse researchers and scientists recently discovered a new genus (category) of frogs in the Andaman and Nicobar Islands and also northeast of India.
As reported by Hindustan Times, the genus has been named Rohanixalus, after Sri Lankan taxonomist Rohan Pethiyagoda.
Frogs of this genus are characterised by a small and slender body (2-3cm), contrasting lateral lines and distinct behavioural traits.
According to Deccan Herald, the main behavioural trait noticed by…