The sounds of invasive coquí frogs have been heard in Waimānalo since at least 2021. On a recent Thursday night, HPR went out with a state-led team of volunteers trying to restore the soundscape.⁠ ⁠ Kimeona Kane, chair of the Waimānalo Neighborhood Board, laments how the frogs have changed the soundscape of the area.⁠ He grew up in the valley, and he says it used to be quiet enough in the forest to hear your own heartbeat.⁠ ⁠ Now, he says the frogs drown out everything, including the sound of th

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Have you ever heard a coqui? It is the most abundant frog species in Puerto Rico. The coqui is an important symbol of Puerto Rico's culture; it has become the unofficial “mascot” of the island's people. There are 17 endemic species of coquí in Puerto Rico— 13 of which can be found in El Yunque. Some classified as endangered. The indigenous Taíno people believed a goddess created the frog to forever call out the name of her lost love, Coquí, who was taken from her by the god of chaos and disorder

Son 17 especies de Coquí en PR las cuales 3 se creen ya extintas 😭 ¿sabías esto? @adolforodriguezoficial | El Tony

The Puerto Rican Crested Toad (El sapo concho) is an incredible species found only in Puerto Rico. While many know about the iconic Coquí, it’s time to shine a spotlight on “Concho,” thanks to Bad Bunny! Lets all celebrate this small but mighty toad and the efforts to preserve Puerto Rico’s biodiversity 🇵🇷🐸 | San Antonio Zoo