Good luck Dua Leaper: scientists return frogs wiped out by fungal disease to wild

Scientists have reintroduced green and golden bell frogs to the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) after the species was locally extinct for 40 years. The reintroduction, involving an initial release of 25 frogs on Tuesday, aims to restore the population devastated by the chytrid fungal disease. This disease has caused a significant decline in amphibian populations globally, wiping out 90 species in the last 50 years. Researchers have created specialized habitats, including "spas" and "saunas" in ACT wetlands, to improve the frogs' chances of survival and combat the fungal infection. The project marks a significant milestone in the conservation efforts for this vulnerable species.