Episode 129. UVB and Wild Dart Frogs, and California Newt Toxicity with Dr. Gary Bucciarelli

AmphibiCast

English - March 24, 2023 13:00 - 1 hour - 53.2 MB
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This week I am joined by Dr. Gary Bucciarelli. Gary is a researcher with decades of amphibian experience and in this episode we discuss the effects of UVB on wild oophaga pumilio, as well as the unique natural history (and incredible toxicity) of the California newt.

To learn more about Gary's research visit:
http://www.garybucciarelli.org/

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