How Poison Frogs Evolved to Carry Tadpoles on Their Backs

Poison frogs lay their eggs on land, but their young are aquatic, so they must be carried to water when they hatch. In these species, parenting is like a delivery service. The tadpoles cling onto their parent’s back, and the little frogs travel far and wide in search of the best places to drop their young. It is a demanding job, but how did tadpole transport evolve? Please like, comment and subscribe if you enjoy the video! All images and videos used herein are 1) used with a license, or 2) used under the parameters of Fair Use law.