Home >  Blossary: The Most Bizzare New Animals  >  Term: Pinocchio frog
Pinocchio frog

Pinocchio frog is the informal name for a tree frog (most likely a member of the genus Litoria) discovered in the Foja mountains of Papua (province), Indonesia, by Conservation International and the National Geographic Society during a 2008 expedition.

The frog is named for its Pinocchio-like nose. The Pinocchio frog has the ability to enlargen and inflate its 'nose,' for reasons unknown.

0 0
  • Part of Speech: proper noun
  • Industry/Domain: Animals
  • Category: Animals

The Most Bizzare New Animals

Category: Animals

Total terms: 28

Creator

© 2024 CSOFT International, Ltd.