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Endangered Galaxy Frogs Disappear Due to Photographer Damage

12/18/2025

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Galaxy frogs, endangered in the Western Ghats of India, have disappeared from their habitat, likely due to photographers' damage.
Rajkumar K P, a researcher with the Zoological Society of London, reported photographers trampled vegetation and overturned logs while photographing frogs.
This disruption has led to presumed deaths of some frogs, with two confirmed fatalities after mishandling.
Rajkumar emphasized responsible wildlife photography to prevent further harm to vulnerable species and habitats.

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Galaxy frogs, endangered in the Western Ghats of India, have disappeared from their habitat, likely due to photographers' damage.
Rajkumar K P, a researcher with the Zoological Society of London, reported photographers trampled vegetation and overturned logs while photographing frogs.
This disruption has led to presumed deaths of some frogs, with two confirmed fatalities after mishandling.
Rajkumar emphasized responsible wildlife photography to prevent further harm to vulnerable species and habitats.