for that matter. So why isn't this very beautiful frog one of our iconic species? Well I think it is because it isn't a CMF -- a Charismatic Mega Fauna like a lion, a dolphin or a kiwi. We shouldn't evaluate how valuable an animal is by how beautiful or ugly it is. But we cannot really help doing that -- we are humans and our brains are hard-wired for beauty. But is should be one of our iconic species it is hard enough being green whilst also being small! New Zealand frogs are quite distinct from all the other frogs in the world and very ancient. We need to champion Archey's frog. It is the most important frog in the world. A subterranean frog with no eardrums (tympanic membrane), no voice ( cro... ) -- how's he going to defend himself against mankind's 'progress'? He ain't. Like or Dislike: 0 0 ( 0 ) zedd Posted September 12, 2011 at 12:31 PM Another reminder of how fragile the ecosystem is.. including we humans. Unfortunatley there are many who are more concerned about the exploitation of the earth's resources, than the creatures that live on it.. a very narrow vision. We all have to breath the air, drink the water & grow crops in the soil.. this will not last if we keep plundering & polluting it without any care for its health & well being ! Kia-ora koutou katoa. Like or Dislike: 0 0 ( 0 ) Leave a