It’s not easy being green, as one of our greatest sages is fond of remarking. The latest example of this universal fact is the chytrid fungus, a pernicious pest fond of takingup residence on the delicate skin of frogs worldwide. The fungus originated in Asia but has spread across the globe in the last few […]
Tag: amphibian
These Mexicans are trying to save the volcano axolotl, a beloved and endangered amphibian
MEXICO CITY — Leonidas Otlica Reyes is tormented by the drought experienced in Río Frío de Juárez, a town located in the state of Mexico, where for a year the rains have decreased to the point where the streams have become swampy puddles that cross the parched land. “Right now we have a big problem […]
Mystery of common mushroom growing from an amphibian shows how little we know about fungi
Editor’s note: A version of this story appeared in CNN’s Wonder Theory science newsletter. To get it in your inbox, sign up for free here. Fungi are fascinating and integral parts of the web of life. They also have a bit of a mixed reputation. On one hand, mushrooms and networks of fungal roots are […]