SMRTR Science & EngineeringAug 20, 2026Nautilus

The Secret Lives of Japanese Temple Frogs

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Kyoto's religious sites double as wildlife sanctuaries, with 31 surveyed locations hosting at least seven frog species. Researchers found each site's unique landscaping acts as a "cultural filter," showing human-designed spaces can meaningfully shape urban ecosystems.

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