Can We Save the Frog Prince?

Amphibian chytrid fungus is a pathogen spreading around the world that is causing global amphibian declines and extinctions. Many species now face an uncertain future unless we help them battle this disease.

The Honduras Amphibian Rescue and Conservation Center (HARCC) team are working to ensure the survival of three critically endangered species from Cusuco National Park, a global biodiversity hotspot located in northwestern Honduras. In 2007, they discovered chytrid in this forest and are tackling this challenging problem with a head-start: a captive breeding program.