Darwin’s Frog
Frog with unique male parental care
Darwin’s frog (Rhinoderma darwinii) is native to Chile and Argentina. It is notable for its unique parental care behavior. The male frog carries developing tadpoles inside its vocal sac, where they grow safely until they fully develop into small frogs. This adaptation protects the young from predators and environmental dangers. The species relies heavily on forest habitats and is considered vulnerable due to habitat loss.