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May 2: What Are Amphibians?

Un-science: an Amphibian infographic

Created by Nina McDonnell

high resolution file can be downloaded here
(Español, Português, and Français)

Un-science: an Amphibian infographic, created by Nina McDonnell

New at the Zoo: Caecilians

With a sleek, eel-like body and beady eyes, the aquatic caecilian is quite an unusual amphibian! Check out some of the Smithsonian National Zoo’s Amazonia keeper Denny Charlton’s favorite fun facts about these wiggly wonders.

« Back to main Amphibian Week 2021 page

  • May 1: Salamander Saturday
  • May 2: What Are Amphibians?
  • May 3: The Secret Lives of Amphibians
  • May 4: Amazing Amphibian Facts
  • May 5: Threats to Amphibians
  • May 6: Amphibian Tweets from the Field
  • May 7: Partnering for Amphibian Conservation
  • May 8: Actions for Amphibians

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      • Herpetofaunal Disease Factsheets & Resources
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    • Annual Reports
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    • Inventory and Monitoring
    • Conservation Action Plans
    • Timber Rattlesnake Conservation Action Plan
    • Management Guidelines
    • DEITT Survey
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