Back in November of 2009 we had a mass of eggs released by Pobblebonk Frogs (Limnodynastes dumerili) in the Forest Gallery. Since then, the eggs were taken to our Lab where they successfully hatched a few days later. These tadpoles have been living in a tank behind the scenes feeding on frozen lettuce and algae pellets. This week we had our first tadpole with all 4 legs developed. This meant that the tadpole was ready to head out onto land and start life as a frog. These small frogs, otherwise known as metamorphs have already taken a liking to burrowing underground during the day. They will remain behind the scenes to grow up a little before joining their parents and the rest of the Pobblebonk population in the Forest Gallery.
This Pobblebonk Frog has recently developed its front legs and is ready to head onto land. Photo: Jessie Sinclair Source: Museum Victoria.
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