33 Darwin’s Froglets Born After 7,000-Mile Rescue to London Zoo

Govind Tekale

Tiny male frogs at London Zoo became fathers to 33 froglets, carrying babies in their throat pouches until birth.

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Deadly fungus wiped out 90% of Darwin's frogs in Chile's rainforests, forcing scientists to launch an emergency rescue.

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These tiny hoppers pack powerful parenting skills - fathers smaller than a thumb nurture tadpoles in their vocal sacs.

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Racing against time, 50 frogs survived a grueling 21-hour journey from Chilean forests to London's specialist care facility.

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Scientists built rainforest rooms at London Zoo where rescued frogs can breed safely away from the lethal fungus.

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Fungal infection has already attacked 500 amphibian species, pushing many close to extinction.

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YouTube documentary "A Leap of Hope" shows how scientists spotted these master camouflage experts in Chilean moss.

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Research on these frogs, first spotted by Darwin himself, helps scientists fight amphibian diseases worldwide.

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London Zoo's breeding success opens doors for bringing these endangered amphibians back to Chilean forests.

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Chilean-British rescue mission saves Darwin's frogs from vanishing forever, giving hope for species recovery.

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