An Australian grocery shopper in Esperance got a little more protein than they bargained for recently, when they discovered a very much alive frog chilling inside a sealed bag of lettuce. And honestly? Good for him.
The amphibious stowaway — apparently unbothered by his unexpected journey through the commercial food supply chain — was found nestled among the leafy greens like he owned the place. Which, to be fair, he kind of did at that point.
This is, of course, the kind of discovery that sends your brain through several emotional stages in rapid succession: confusion, alarm, delight, and then a sort of grudging respect for the little guy’s survival instincts. Somewhere between the farm, the processing facility, the distribution center, and the supermarket shelf, this frog made a series of increasingly questionable life choices and somehow came out the other side perfectly fine.
The frog — who has not been named, though we at SillyTimes.com would like to formally suggest “Caesar” — reportedly survived his ordeal in good health, which is either a testament to the freshness of Australian produce or to frogs being absolutely indestructible little creatures. Possibly both.
Authorities have not announced whether the frog will be pursuing damages for emotional distress or unlawful confinement, though sources close to the situation suggest he has already moved on and is focusing on his wellness journey.
For shoppers, the takeaway is simple: always check your salad. For frogs everywhere, the takeaway appears to be: this is a viable housing option.
Source: AP News, via Reddit r/offbeat
Original story via Reddit Offbeat
