Papua New Guinea’s new creatures

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You could be forgiven if you’re skeptical about the claims of an expedition team that just got back from Papua New Guinea. They include the discovery of a camouflaged gecko, a fanged frog, and a fish that makes grunting noises. But leave your skepticism at the door. We speak with Professor George McGavin of the Oxford University Museum of Natural History. Download MP3

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Strange new species

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An expedition team, just back from a trip to Papua New Guinea, has discovered some new species… including a camouflaged gecko, a fanged frog, and a fish that that makes grunting noises. The team filmed their expedition for a BBC-TV program called “Lost Land of the Volcano.” Anchor Marco Werman speaks with the team leader, George McGavin of the Oxford University Museum of Natural History.

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• Video of the giant rat
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