Frogs are in trouble! Over one-third of the world's amphibian species are considered threatened or endangered. For decades, scientists have studied the disappearance of amphibians and have even discovered some of the possible causes including global climate change, habitat loss and pollution. Recently, an emerging infectious disease known as the Amphibian Chytrid Fungus has been shown to wipe out massive numbers of amphibians from pristine natural locations in many places around the world. This disease is currently unstoppable in the wild, but treatable in captivity.

Why should we care? Amphibians are not only a key component of the natural food chain, but also are considered indicators of overall environmental health. Learn how you can take action.

The collaborative efforts of the Atlanta Botanical Garden and Zoo Atlanta are focused on taking action against amphibian extinction while promoting education and research both at home and abroad. The rescue programs strive to give some amphibian species a little lien on life. However, for many amphibians, time is of the essence!