Amphibians

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Conservationists Explore New Approaches to Saving Amphibians from Chytrid Fungus

Chytrid fungus has contributed to the decline of amphibian species worldwide, but novel approaches could help prevent the extinction of many threatenes species. Amphibians are an incredibly diverse group with over 6,600 described species worldwide. Unfortunately, in recent decades, many of these beloved species are vanishing. Over 100 species have been driven to extinction and […]

Written by on April 6, 2019

New Zealand Frogs Slipping Away Without A Sound

New Zealand’s native frog species, like many frogs throughout the world, are at risk of extinction. Frogs might not be as cute as some other endangered animals, but they are incredibly important in their native environments. Frogs are frequently one of the first species to be lost in an ecosystem due to their sensitivity to […]

Written by on May 1, 2017