02-07-2025
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New froglets leap into the world at Amazonia in M&D's
The large nocturnal tree frogs would naturally be found in the Amazon rainforest.
A tropical indoor forest in Lanarkshire has successfully welcomed 30 Amazon milk froglets into the world.
Following a carefully controlled breeding programme, raised from a group of five adults, they are now doing well at Amazonia.
The large nocturnal tree frogs would naturally be found in the Amazon rainforest in South America, not the facility based in M&D's Scotland's Theme Park.
Their name refers to the milky white secretions that they release when they feel threatened, however such behaviour is rarely seen in captivity.
As members of BIAZA (British and Irish Association of Zoos and Aquaria), Amazonia works with other zoological collections all over the UK, where the froglets are now being moved on to, including collections in Leeds, Northumberland and as far south as London.
Amanda Gott, Amazonia manager and zoologist said: 'There are various types of zoo breeding programmes, and it is very important that zoos cooperate in captive breeding, not only for the survival of the species but for educational purposes too as often zoos are the only place many people will get the chance to encounter these fascinating creatures.
'Amphibians across the globe, such as frogs, toads, salamanders, newts and caecilians, face a range of threats in the wild, including habitat loss, climate change, disease and pollution. It is therefore critical for their survival that they are protected and, as with many animals, zoos play a vital role in their conservation.'
Located within M&D's Strathclyde Theme Park, Amazonia is a temperature-controlled tropical indoor forest and home to over 60 species. It offers a unique place for fun and learning where the whole family can marvel at monkeys, parrots, snakes, frogs, tarantulas and much more.
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