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Are amphibians at risk?

A chytrid-infected frog (see en:Chytridiomycosis)

 

 

 

 

 

 

A broad range of amphibians are being infected via their skin by a deadly fungus.  Research shows that it causes electrolyte depletion and eventually cardiac arrest.

The fungus is said to have already wiped out numerous amphibians.  Can a species that dates back to before the dinosaurs survive global trade?  Biosecurity is an essential measure if we are to resolve problems like this in the future.

https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Chytridiomycosis

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