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flag Scientists bred Littlejohn’s tree frogs in captivity for the first time, aiding conservation efforts in New South Wales.

flag Scientists at the University of Newcastle have successfully bred Littlejohn’s tree frogs in captivity for the first time, a major step in saving the endangered species found in small, isolated populations in New South Wales. flag Since 2018, a team led by Dr. Kaya Klop-Toker, Dr. Alex Cullen, and Dr. Rose Upton has combined lab breeding with habitat restoration, creating over 40 new ponds to reconnect fragmented populations. flag The effort produced hundreds of eggs, with many developing into healthy tadpoles, and includes a head-starting program and advanced genetic techniques to boost diversity. flag Captive frogs are being released into the wild and sent to conservation facilities. flag The work aims to counter threats from habitat loss, climate change, and proposed infrastructure projects.

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