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Frog Saunas.

Authors :
Bartels, Meghan
Source :
Scientific American. Oct2024, Vol. 331 Issue 3, p12-13. 2p. 1 Color Photograph.
Publication Year :
2024

Abstract

A recent study published in Nature suggests that providing frogs with heated enclosures, similar to saunas, may help them fend off a deadly fungal infection called chytridiomycosis. The infection, caused by the fungus Batrachochytrium dendrobatidis, has killed off numerous amphibian species worldwide. The researchers found that infected frogs exposed to heat were able to clear the infection and gain immunity. However, it is important to note that this method may not work for all frog species, as some may not be able to tolerate the high temperatures. Nonetheless, the study offers hope for combating the spread of this pathogen. [Extracted from the article]

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
00368733
Volume :
331
Issue :
3
Database :
Academic Search Index
Journal :
Scientific American
Publication Type :
Periodical
Accession number :
179307703