Mission Critical: Amphibian Rescue

Mission Critical: Amphibian Rescue

The deadly chytrid fungus is ravaging amphibian populations worldwide, leaving behind a destructive path of incurable disease. Frog species that have survived on our planet for more than 200 million years are facing mass extinction at an alarming rate. But an ambitious new plan involving a modern day Noah's Ark, and Smithsonian biologist Brian Gratwicke, just might be a last hope for these species. Venture deep into the Panamanian jungle as scientists search for these endangered frogs and fight to bring them back from the brink of extinction.

Race to Save a Species

To save a species from extinction, scientists scour the Panamanian jungle for the few remaining frogs. But will they be too late?

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Cute Frog of the Week

Poison dart, yellow-bellied, horned and waxy, frogs come in all shapes and sizes. Visit the National Zoo's Amphibian Conservation website to see the cutest frogs of the week and feast your eyes on nature's fascinating creatures.

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Ansel Adams

Froggy Facts

From the critically endangered Panamanian Golden Frog to the North American bullfrog, the Encyclopedia of Life provides global access to knowledge about life on Earth. Visit the website to get up-to-date information on thousands of frog species from scientists around the world.

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