Scientists find a new frog species hidden in a museum drawer for a century
Source: Times of India
Category: Technology
Region: General
Published: August 21, 2026 at 12:45
๐ Summary
In a surprising revelation, a common frog species from Ecuador and Colombia remained misnamed for more than a century. Researchers uncovered this taxonomic blunder through a careful review of historical museum specimens and identified it as Pristimantis milpe. This finding underscores the vital role that archived collections play in advancing scientific knowledge and correcting longstanding misconceptions in taxonomy.