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Scientists in Australia Mapped the Genome of an Endangered Frog Species in an Effort to Save It
A researcher swabs a frog. Corey Doughty The southern corroboree frog is an iconic species in Australia. The tiny frog is known for the striking yellow and black markings that cover its body, which warn predators of its poisonous skin. The frog is also …