The towel is a precaution should they expel water. We know how much water a bufo americanus can expel, so imagine a Rococo! Here, Jabba sits on his Daddy's lap, helping to check email! We love the expression on his face. He really does look like a little Hutt. He is content to sit there for long periods. Notice how the protective outer eyelid is partially raised. Not even Kisco or Woodstock would sit so contently for so long out of their tank.