All you need to know about the Xmas frog of Shillong
Where is the Shillong bush frog found?
The Shillong bush frog is endemic to a 530-sq km area of the East Khasi Hills in Meghalaya, India.
What is Brumation?
Brumation is the deep sleep that Shillong bush frog undertake, in the ground or inside fallen logs, during colder months.
What does the Shillong bush frog eat?
The Shillong bush frog eats small insects and other invertebrates.
About the contributors
Femi Ezhuthupallickal Benny
Femi is a PhD student at University College London (UCL), working on the ecology and behavior of Asian giant hornets. Passionate about insects, especially wasps, she loves fieldwork in underexplored places, studying how insects interact with their environment and discovering new species while at it!
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: Jun 23, 2025
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