Toughie
Last known Rabbs' fringe-limbed treefrog
Born
None
None years ago
Died
Category
Activists & Humanitarians
Country
Panama
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Discovered in the cloud forests of Panama, this amphibian species was the last of its kind. Its habitat faced significant threats from climate change and habitat destruction. Conservation efforts sought to protect remaining populations, yet extinction occurred in 2016. The last individual lived in captivity and became a symbol of the fragility of ecosystems and the impact of human activity on biodiversity.
Being the last known individual of its species
Highlighting the decline of amphibian populations
Inspiring conservation awareness efforts
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