Skin poisons in frogs

Video presented by Barry Clarke

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Not all frogs are prince charmings in disguise. Some exude slimy secretions from special glands that have various effects on predators, from raising their heart-rate to making the frog taste horrible. Join Museum scientist Barry Clarke to delve into the nastier side of frogs.

  • Presented by: Barry Clarke
  • Date: 19 February 2005
  • Duration: 27:48

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