panamanian golden frog
Species name:
Atelopus zeteki
Description:
This beautiful golden frog lives in tropical mountain forests and breeds in forest streams. It has the ability to secrete a variety of toxins to protect itself from predators. However, it is critically endangered due to an infectious fungal disease known as chytridiomycosis, deforestation, and water pollution.
Conservation Status:
Classified as critically endangered by IUCN Red List
Geographic Range:
Panama