Poison Dart Frog

The poison dart frog has bright colors and thin, moist skin that help it survive in the warm, wet rainforests of Central and South America. Its bright colors warn predators that it is poisonous, and its skin helps it stay hydrated in the humid forest. But climate change is making the rainforest hotter and drier. There is less rain, water sources are disappearing, and trees are being cut down. To survive, the poison dart frog may need to grow thicker skin to keep water in and have duller colors to hide better in the changing forest. It may also lay its eggs in damp soil or hidden spots instead of open water. These changes would help the frog live in a warmer, drier rainforest and protect it from predators while keeping its population alive.