All you need to know about this plump frog endemic to the northern Western Ghats
Where is the Humayun's wrinkled frog found?
The Humayun's wrinkled frog is endemic to the northern Western Ghats (Maharashtra, Goa, and northern Karnataka)
Where does the Humayun's wrinkled frog's name come from?
The frog is named after Indian biologist Humayun Abdulali who first discovered it in the Khandala area.
What is the preferred habitat of the Humayun's wrinkled frog?
The frog is found near freshwater streams in the forest areas.
About the contributors
Nisarg Prakash
is a wildlife biologist working with RoundGlass Sustain. A large part of my work before Sustain has been along streams and rivers, in the process trying to understand otters better.
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Diviya Mehra
is a graphic designer. She was the former art director of National Geographic Traveller. Her love for animals, travel and design has shaped her career through the years.
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Published: Jul 01, 2024
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