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Paignton Zoo helps save rare frog

A Golden Mantella frog Credit: Paignton Zoo

Paignton Zoo has been praised for its work in preserving a rare frog which is on the Critically Endangered list.

The British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquariums (BIAZA), which promotes the values of good zoos and aquariums, has compiled a list of the top ten reptiles and amphibians benefitting from the help of its members.and the Golden Mantella frog from Madagascar, is one of those featured.

Unusually, the Golden Mantella frog doesn't croak. Instead, males attract females with a series of clicking noises.

“Amphibians are in trouble, and Madagascar’s amphibians are in BIG trouble. I believe we have a moral obligation to help protect biodiversity. Golden mantellas will die out in the wild unless we act now.”

– Mike Bungard, Paignton Zoo