New on Weird & Wild: Chemical Camouflage

To protect itself and keep moist, the West African savanna frog spends its days—and much of the dry season—hiding in underground burrows. But it’s usually not alone.The frog often moves into the underground nests of the African stink ant, a highly aggressive species. When disturbed, these ants usually go on the offensive, attacking intruders with their powerful jaws and venomous stingers. How does this frog trick these ants into leaving it alone?Find out here: Chemical Camo Helps Frog Pass as Ant - And Avoid Being Stung.

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