Feared extinct, toad hops back into sight


Great leap: A recent picture of the Mesilau Stream Toad. Researchers also found tadpoles, indicating breeding.

KOTA KINABALU: A species of toad feared to have gone extinct following the destruction of its habitat after the Mount Kinabalu earthquake has been sighted again.

This rediscovery of the Mesilau Stream Toad (Ansonia guibei) was made by researchers from Universiti Malaysia Sabah (UMS) and Sabah Parks on Mount Kinabalu late last year.

Follow us on our official WhatsApp channel for breaking news alerts and key updates!
toad , Ansonia guibei , Mesilau , Mount Kinabalu , Evan Quah , IUCN , UMS

Next In Nation

'Bossku will not give up,' says Najib's son
Sultan Ibrahim visits high-tech defence facilities in Abu Dhabi
Man arrested, drugs worth RM2.4mil seized in Alor Setar
Rulers' powers not diminished with dismissal of Najib's house arrest bid, says AGC
Over 2.2 million vehicles expected to enter Penang during Christmas, school holidays
Sungkai-Slim River ETS route back in operation using single track
Pressuring judiciary for political gain erodes democracy, say analysts
Thunderstorms, heavy rain expected in seven states, KL and Putrajaya
Govt officer loses over RM12,000 in forex scam
Najib's house arrest bid: Royal exercise of clemency bound by Constitutional limits, says judge

Others Also Read