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Panamanian Golden Frog

These animals protect themselves from predators with unique, poisonous skin secretions. You can only find these beautiful, endangered creatures in parts of Panama.

Stable
Threatened
Endangered

Animal Facts

Scientific Name

Atelopus zeteki

Range

Western and Central Panama

Location in the Zoo

Reptile and Amphibian Building

Cool Animal Fact

These frogs are the national symbol of Panama dating back to the age of Mayan civilization. They represent good fortune.