How Some Frogs Evolved 'Extreme' Skulls (IMAGE)

Florida Museum of Natural History

How Some Frogs Evolved 'Extreme' Skulls

Caption

Most frogs share a simple skull shape with a smooth surface. But some species evolved elaborately armored skulls, adapted for capturing large prey or defense.

Credit

Daniel Paluh

Usage Restrictions

Please credit Daniel Paluh.

License

Licensed content

Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.