Frog Diversity: Ghost Frogs and Backpack Frogs of South America
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EPISODE · Mar 9, 2026 · 33 MIN

Frog Diversity: Ghost Frogs and Backpack Frogs of South America

from Life: The Complete Story · host Life: The Complete Story

The conversation begins with an introduction to Punch the Monkey, a tiny Japanese macaque who has captured the hosts' attention. Punch's background and story are discussed, along with his adventures. The conversation then transitions to the discovery of nematodes in the Atacama Desert, highlighting their role in soil ecosystems and their remarkable adaptability to extreme environments.

The conversation begins with an introduction to Punch the Monkey, a tiny Japanese macaque who has captured the hosts' attention. Punch's background and story are discussed, along with his adventures. The conversation then transitions to the discovery of nematodes in the Atacama Desert, highlighting their role in soil ecosystems and their remarkable adaptability to extreme environments.

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