Malabar gliding frog: The treetop frog that builds a foam nest instead of laying eggs in water

High in the misty forests of the Western Ghats in India lives a frog that appears to have stepped straight out of a fantasy tale. Known as the Malabar gliding frog, this vivid green amphibian is famous for its unusual breeding behaviour and its astonishing ability to glide between trees. Unlike most frogs that lay eggs in water, this species builds a foamy, suspended nest high above ponds and streams, carefully securing its future offspring in the treetops. During breeding, the frog stretches the webbing between its toes like a tiny parachute, allowing it to soar gracefully from branch to branch. With its treetop nesting skills and aerial movements, this remarkable frog showcases one of nature’s most ingenious survival strategies. When the monsoon rains arrive, the Western Ghats trans