The first vertebrate animals to occupy the Earth arrive at Bioparc Valencia.
Amphibians may be suffering the biggest mass extinction since the disappearance of the dinosaurs and the new installation The World of Amphibians It allows you to see 8 interesting and endangered species, including the colorful “poison frogs” or the spectacular African bullfrog.
Wednesday, April 3, 2013. Bioparc Valencia incorporates new features in his zoological collection with the inauguration of a space dedicated to amphibians. The main objective of Bioparc is Raise awareness about the need to conserve the environment and this initiative aims to draw attention to the serious situation of these animals.
The amphibians were the first vertebrate animals who occupied the Earth and, although currently known more than 7.000 species, near one third of them worldwide are threatened. It is estimated that in the last two decades have extinct more than 150 species.
The impressive Kitum Cave, where Bioparc represents the great African wetlands, now houses this new space in which we can contemplate 6 terrariums that recreate the life of 8 different species of amphibians. Several poison frog species They are distinguished by their striking colors that warn of their danger. In fact, the substance they generate is the one used by the indigenous people to impregnate the tips of their arrows. The African bullfrog (Pyxicephalus adspersus) It is one of the largest species that exists and other rarities can also be seen even from the island of Madagascar, such as the Golden tablecloth (Mantella aurantiaca).
As an example of the important conservation action that is being carried out, can be seen at Balearic midwife toad (Alytes muletensis). Besides, the BIOPARC Foundation successfully leads a conservation program for the Betic midwife toad (Alytes dickhilleni), considered one of the ten most endangered species of amphibians in Europe and for the first time it has been possible to breed in captivity in Bioparc Fuengirola.
Amphibians may be suffering the most mass extinction since the disappearance of the dinosaurs and it is in our hands to change the ending. The awareness for their conservation and these initiatives are a breath of encouragement for the survival of these nature jewels. And, with this objective, the Bell from Bioparc Valencia “Your 10 wishes for Hope” During the month of April it focuses on the amphibians of the World.
