Chernobyl Frogs Defy Radiation with Remarkable Resilience

A study led by the University of Oviedo and the Doñana Biological Station-CSIC found that frogs in Chernobyl show no signs of accelerated aging or increased stress hormone levels despite radiation exposure. The research, published in Biology Letters, indicates that current radiation levels are not sufficient to cause chronic damage to these amphibians. This study, which began in 2016, highlights the importance of assessing long-term radiation effects on wildlife, reinforcing the Chernobyl Exclusion Zone's role as a wildlife refuge.