Ice Age Toad Found in LA Tar Pits | Bakersfield News

Scientists at the La Brea Tar Pits have uncovered a shocking ice age find: a new species of toad, Spea labreae, the second known ice age amphibian ever found in the U.S. Discovered by accident during a routine review of old collections, this spadefoot toad offers rare insight into ancient climates and ecosystems. Its fragile remains reveal how environments shifted dramatically — even showing up clues about a now-distant relative of a living Mexican burrowing toad. With more secrets buried beneath LA’s asphalt, this discovery is just the beginning. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/1234d3089af4b33a