A common frog found across Ecuador and Colombia has finally been recognized as its own species after more than a century of mistaken identity. Museum specimens from the 1800s helped scientists reveal that Pristimantis milpe had been hiding in plain sight all along. The finding stands out because many newly described species are rare or confined to small areas. Pristimantis milpe, by contrast, is widespread, relatively easy to find, and readily detected by its nighttime call. Its known range covers more than 67,... [2772 chars]
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