"Kermitops: The 270-Million-Year-Old Amphibian Unraveling Evolutionary Mysteries"

A new 270-million-year-old amphibian species, named Kermitops gratus after Kermit the Frog, has been discovered by researchers at the Smithsonian. The fossilized skull, found in Texas in 1984, has unique characteristics that differentiate it from previously discovered species, shedding light on the evolution of modern-day frogs and salamanders. The findings could help bridge the gap in understanding the development of these amphibians and their ancestors, providing valuable insights into their evolutionary path.