This tiny frog is pasty white, with big arms, a teeny head, and is — somehow — still absolutely adorable. The turtle frog (Myobatrachus gouldii) can be found in a small part of south-west Western Australia. They mostly live underground, and are one of only a few species of frog that burrow forwards instead of backwards. Cast your vote for Australia's most underrated animal here: https://www.abc.net.au/news/science/2025-08-01/science-week-underrated-australian-animal-vote/105582104 Featuring: Dr Paul Doughty, Western Australian Museum Production: Ann Jones, Presenter / Producer Jacinta Bowler, Producer Rebecca McLaren, Producer Hamish Camilleri, Sound Engineer Petria Ladgrove, Executive Producer Stream the brand-new series Dr Ann's Secret Lives on ABC iview.
