Bright yellow spots distinguish this secretive amphibian. Spotted salamanders spend most of their lives hidden in dark, damp places.
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Red-Eyed Tree Frog (Agalychnis callidryas)
The red-eyed tree frog flashes its brightly colored body parts when startled. It sleeps by day with its eyes closed and body markings covered, stuck to leaf-bottoms.
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Poison Dart Frog (Dendrobatidae)
Poison dart frogs, like this sapphire-blue species, are highly toxic. Their brilliant colors serve as warnings to potential predators to keep away.
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Oriental Fire-Bellied Toad (Bombina orientalis)
Oriental fire-bellied toad
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Northern Leopard Frog (Rana pipiens)
Named for the spots across their green backs, northern leopard frogs will eat just about anything that crosses their paths.
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Mudpuppy (Necturus maculosus)
Mudpuppies spend their entire lives underwater and are distinguished as the only salamanders that make sound—a dog-like barking.
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Andean Condor (Vultur gryphus)
Producing only one chick every other year, survival of the endangered Andean condor relies on captive breeding programs.
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