Biology
The Physiological Responses of Desert Amphibians to Water Scarcity
Quick fact
Some desert frogs, like the water-holding frog, can stay underground for up to two years during droughts, wrapped in a waterproof cocoon that reduces water loss to almost zero.
Why this is interesting
Imagine being a frog in the desert, where water is scarce and temperatures soar. How do these amphibians survive months without a drop?