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The world's smelliest frogs are a treasure trove of antibiotics

http://io9.com/5863925/the-worlds-smelliest-frogs-are-a-treasure-trove-of-antibiotics
Some of the most foul smelling creatures on Earth are known simply as odorous frogs. These amphibians have a normal odor like that of rotting fish, but it's worth braving their disgusting smell for the life-saving substances that coat their bodies. Because frogs live in warm, wet places — the ...