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Panamanian Golden Frog — printable fact sheet
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Panamanian Golden Frog
Atelopus zeteki
The Panamanian Golden Frog is a brightly colored amphibian native to the cloud forests of Panama. Renowned for its striking yellow to gold coloration, often with black spots, this small frog is a symbol of cultural significance and luck in Panama. It is primarily terrestrial, li…
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- The Panamanian Golden Frog is believed to be extinct in the wild, with only a few individuals surviving in captive breeding programs and conservation facilities.
- Panamanian Golden Frogs communicate using a form of 'wave' signaling called semaphore, making them unique among amphibians. Their skin contains potent toxins that help deter predators. They are so culturally significant in Panama that they appear on lottery tickets and are considered a national symbol.
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