... or Australian fauna at least. Cane Toads have evolved longer legs in order to travel longer distances in shorter periods of time reports the University of Australia, Sydney.
"Scientists say the species Bufo marinus is developing a leggier, faster-moving form that is now hopping out rapidly across the continent.Stay away from the toads!
The toads were introduced 70 years ago to control pests, but have since wrought havoc on indigenous animals.
They kill snakes, lizards, water birds - even crocodiles and dingos.
When harassed they secrete poison carried in two sacs behind the head which is lethal to a potential predator within minutes of being ingested."
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