There is fear that a new lethal salamander disease in Europe will spread to the U.S. and our very diverse populations of these wonderful amphibians.

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Deadly Salamander Fungus

Scientists warn of the spread of a fungus that is killing salamanders in Europe.

Salamanders' Important Role
How important are salamanders to their ecosystem and the planet? Very!

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David Blackburn
David Blackburn studies the evolution and distribution of frog species in Africa.

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