Ribbits in disguise: ‘Transformer’ frog found in Ecuador

A close-up of Prismantis mutabilis.

Tiny 2cm creature can change its skin texture from thorny to smooth in five minutes.

It doesn’t turn into Prince Charming, but a new species of frog discovered in Ecuador has earned the nickname “transformer frog” for its ability to change its skin from spiny to smooth in five minutes.