Amphibian given emergency operation in AustraliaThursday, May 14, 2009
A tree frog ripped apart by a lawnmower has been stitched back together after undergoing life-saving surgery in Australia.
The unfortunate amphibian was given emergency anaesthetic and operated on by doctors in the Northern Territory.
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According to Ark Animal Hospital vet Stephen Cutter the green tree frog had its back sliced open by the mower's blades.
"It was a pretty horrific injury," he told the Northern Territory News.
"It basically took the top layer of the skin off and did some internal injuries."
"But from day one she fought to live. It's very lucky to be alive."
The frog, nicknamed Victoria after Victa lawnmowers, had to be put to sleep before the 30-minute operation.
"Frogs are very delicate and sensitive to chemicals and toxins," Cutter said.
"The obvious one is Dettol - it is good for cleaning human wounds but for a frog or cane toad it kills them.
"So we had to be really careful when using any products on her, especially when cleaning out the wound. Frogs have reasonably loose skin so we just pulled it together and sewed it up."
The charity has operated on several frogs, including one that was hit by a car.
More photos at: http://www.metro.co.uk/news/world/article.html?Frog_ripped_open_by_lawnmower_stitched_back_together&in_article_id=662128&in_page_id=64
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