A type of frog that is facing a dangerous situation because of a contagious illness has been successfully reproduced at a nature reserve in Oxfordshire.
The Cotswold wildlife park in Burford has successfully bred the at-risk cinnamon frog for the second time. This is a rare achievement, as it is only the second zoological collection in Europe to successfully breed this species, which was accomplished four years ago.
Reptile enthusiasts have honored the name by naming the young frogs after various types of colorful spices such as paprika, cayenne, saffron, chipotle, and chili. These froglets are currently being cared for in a dedicated room for breeding amphibians.
According to Jamie Craig, the general manager of Cotswold Wildlife Park, the species is facing a dangerous situation caused by the chytrid fungus, a contagious illness that affects frogs.
He stated that their team specializing in reptiles has been diligently working to refine breeding methods in their Amphibian Room.
“Many frog species have incredibly specific requirements, and it is a testament to their hard work that they have now managed to replicate our previous success with the cinnamon frogs.
Due to the threat of the Chytrid fungus, numerous amphibian species are in danger. The knowledge gained from captive populations could prove crucial in preserving these intriguing creatures for future generations.
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According to the wildlife park, there are only five other zoos in Europe that have this species, and one of them has successfully bred the frogs within the past year.
The amphibians originating from certain areas in south-east Asia such as Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Sumatra have a unique reddish-brown shade resembling cinnamon and are marked with black and white spots on their bodies.
The cinnamon frog is renowned for its distinctive vocalization, which was characterized by Megan Howard, a keeper of reptiles, as “delicate, lovely, and exceptional” while capturing footage of the froglets in the nature reserve communicating with one another.
The event, Save The Frogs Day, is held every year on April 28th to bring attention to the decrease in frog populations and to work towards preserving these amphibians from disappearing forever.
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In December of 2018, a fire at Chester zoo resulted in the death of various animals, including cinnamon frogs and tentacled snakes.
The zoo’s mammal species, including Sumatran orangutans, Sulawesi macaques, and silvery gibbons, were safely moved to a secure location along with the evacuation of visitors. Additionally, rhinoceros hornbills were also safeguarded.
According to an October report by The Guardian, a study discovered that certain frogs cope with unwanted male attention by pretending to be dead.
Scientists in Berlin have revealed new insights into the behavior of European common frogs. Their research suggests that female frogs do not passively tolerate the aggressive competition for mates, where multiple males may attach themselves to a female, potentially leading to harm.
Source: theguardian.com
