Key Facts
• A golden frog was discovered in a rice field in Akita City.
• Found in an experimental field of a prefectural university earlier this month.
• The frog is an albino, a rare condition caused by pigment deficiency.
• Albino frogs have been found annually in the university’s rice fields.
• Initially spotted as a golden tadpole by students and staff.
• Named “Kururu,” it has grown to 2 cm under laboratory care.
• Due to its visibility, it is vulnerable to predators like crows.
• The university shared a video of the frog on its official social media.
• Believed to bring good luck, the frog is being closely monitored.
Summary
A rare golden frog, named “Kururu,” was discovered in a rice field in Akita City, Japan, by students and staff of a local prefectural university. The frog, an albino with a pigment deficiency, was first seen as a golden tadpole earlier this month. Albino frogs have been found annually in the university’s experimental fields, making this a recurring phenomenon. Due to its bright color, the frog is at risk of predation and is now being cared for in a laboratory. It has grown to 2 cm and is believed to bring good luck. The university has shared its story on social media, capturing public interest.
