Fanged frog species discovered in Mindoro

A team of international researchers have found a new fanged frog species in the Philippines.

According to the Department of Environment and Natural Resources-Davao, the fanged frog is a unique species.

The fanged frog known by its scientific name Limnonectes beloncioi was spotted in a forest area on Mindoro Island.

The DENR said it is assumed to be similar to that of Palawan's frog or the Limnonectes acanthi.

However, following a thorough examination, scientists declared that the fanged frog differs by the sound they make in their mating calls.

The DENR said these frogs use their fangs as shields from predators and to fight their way to the prime mating sites. -- Ma. Angelica Garcia/BAP, GMA News