Frogs have existed on Earth for approximately 250 million years, yet they now face an alarming extinction threat due to the chytrid fungus.
Synopsis
Frogs have existed on Earth for approximately 250 million years, yet they now face an alarming extinction threat due to the chytrid fungus.
Synopsis
An isolated forest in Panama contains frogs that thrive unstressed by the chytrid fungus. This pathogen is a significant factor in the decline of amphibian populations globally. Scientists investigate the acute extinction risk faced by frogs, which have been on Earth for about 250 million years. The film emphasizes the role of frogs in ecological balance while calling for urgent conservation efforts to protect them from disappearing. Directed by Allison Argo, the film spans 60 minutes and was released in 2009.
Deep Dive
Why Watch
- See the impact of chytrid fungus on frog populations.
- Find out why frogs are vital for ecological balance.
- Meet scientists investigating amphibian extinction.
Did You Know
- Frogs have existed on Earth for approximately 250 million years.
- The chytrid fungus is believed to be a primary cause of amphibian decline.
- An isolated forest in Panama remains untouched by the chytrid fungus.
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What is the primary cause of the decline in amphibian populations?
The chytrid fungus is believed to be a primary cause of the decline in amphibian populations.
How long have frogs existed on Earth?
Frogs have existed on Earth for approximately 250 million years.
Where is the isolated forest that remains untouched by the chytrid fungus?
The isolated forest is located in Panama.
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