Rainforest Rick and Jace recently joined up with some fellow MU students and Professor Dr. Stefan Schnitzer to take a journey to Costa Rica and Panama and observe the tree frogs, dart frogs, and glass frogs that are native there. We were amazed by the diversity of the plants and wildlife in both of those regions. From sloths climbing in trees by the roadside, leaf cutter ants that farm fungi underground, us soaking in geothermal hot springs near a volcano, to toucans flying about, plus frogs that sound like an army of insanely loud “space invaders” at night, it was just amazing. We also learned from some of the local indigenous people about the plants they use to dye items with vibrant colors, as well as assorted plants that function as their own pharmacy of medications. It was an unforgettable experience!
After 10 days of travel, here are some of the frogs:
