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Feb 28
Feb 28
Two new species of mini-salamander discovered in Colombia
By Herp News Biologists have discovered two new species of salamander in Tamá National Natural Park in Colombia. While the discovery should be cause for celebration, the news was dampened by the fact that both species are already infected with the deadly fungal disease, known as Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis (Bd), which has wiped out amphibian populations […]
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Leatherback turtles facing extinction, say experts
The world’s largest turtle may be extinct in as little as 20 years, conclude researchers in a study published this week. “Sea turtles have been around about 100 million years and survived the extinction of the dinosaurs but are struggling to survive the impact of humans,” said reproductive biologist Thane Wibbels of the University of […]
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New video game turns kids into conservationists
By Herp News Count coral in the Chagos Archipelago, save amphibians from the deadly chytrid fungus, replant trees in the Atlantic Forest, and count predators and prey in the African Savannah—a new free online game by Wildscreen, dubbed Team WILD, allows young players to learn about science and conservation while moving fast-paced through different ecosystems. […]
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World's largest turtle faces extinction in 20 years
By Herp News The majestic Pacific leatherback turtle could be extinct in two decades, scientists say. Go to Source …read more Read more here: herpetofauna.com No products found. Amazon Auto Links
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