Hidden hoppers of the hills: Unique frogs of Northeast India

Garo Hills Frog (Zakerana garoensis)

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Khasi Hills Bush Frog (Raorchestes khasiensis)

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Northeast India Pygmy Tree Frog (Chiromantis nongkhorensis)

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Arunachal Cascade Frog (Amolops arunachalensis)

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Tura Hills Frog (Raorchestes turaensis)

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Namdapha Flying Frog

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