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Approximately 150 species of amphibians The approximately 150 species of amphibians include the tiny and colorful poison-arrow frogs, in the family Dendrobatidae. Some are bright red with black legs, others red with blue legs, and still others are bright green with black markings. Several species have skin glands exuding toxins that can cause paralysis and death in many animals, including humans. Dendrobatids have been used by Latin American forest Indians to provide a poison in which to dip the tips of their hunting arrows. The toxins are effective when introduced into the bloodstream (as with arrows) but don't have much effect when a frog is casually touched. The so-called marine toad (sapo grande; Bufo marinus) is actually found both on the coast and inland up to a height of 2000m. Frequently seen in the evenings around human habitations in rural areas, its size makes it unmistakable. It is the largest Neotropicallowland toad and specimens reaching 20cm long and weighing up to 1.2kg have been recorded - that's one big toad! A list of Amphibians and Reptiles found around Hacienda Barú Their mission is to preserve the Hacienda's natural resources while educating visitors about its biological wealth. In carrying this out, Hacienda Barú provides nature-oriented tours, adventures and services and supports both local scientific research and responsible community development with ASANA and the project called "The Path of the Tapir Biological Corridor" Hacienda Barú's forests have been protected for 20 years. Recently, their conservation efforts were rewarded by being formally declared a National Wildlife Refuge by the President of Costa Rica. That means that they have a management plan based on an environmental impact study and regulated by the Ministry of Natural Resources and Energy (MINAE). At present, their ecological restoration efforts involve connecting most of the parcels of lowland forest by allowing approximately 100 acres of pasture to regenerate into a forest corridor. Visit the riches of Hacienda Barú and you will understand the need to conserve forests. Hacienda Barú consists of: primary and secondary very humid tropical rainforest, mangroves, river and beach habitats. Sharing the natural riches with guests allows them to conserve what they have and promote conservation with their neighbors. Hacienda Barú is also working to connect its forests to an ecological corridor that will traverse the coastal mountain range in our region. This project is being run by ASANA, a local conservation association, whose offices are located in the old ranch house. Donations are welcome! They welcome scientific researchers dedicated to field studies within the scope of the Hacienda.

List of Amphibians and Reptiles

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