Amphibians are not an acquired taste. For the most part, people are afraid or afraid of them. And although most frogs and toads are completely harmless, there are some very dangerous creatures among them. 
Green tree frog 
The bicolor phyllomedusa is a representative of this family. Lives mainly in the Amazon jungle. The cute emerald baby secretes a highly toxic poison that can cause an allergic reaction, digestive problems and even hallucinations. This property is used by shamans of local tribes - they use phyllomedusa poison in small quantities to immerse themselves in a trance.
Striped whale 
A touching baby with bright stripes on his side - a striped leaf climber. An inhabitant of the southwestern part of Costa Rica, with its specific coloring, warns that it is better to stay away from it. When it comes into contact with the skin and mucous membranes, the minke whale's venom causes severe pain and can even lead to paralysis.
Avatar 
This almost cartoonish creature prefers the savannah and the tropics. And there is so much poison in the touching creature with a cosmic look - the blue poison dart frog - that it is enough to deal not only with a natural enemy, but also with a person.
Red-spotted duo 
An inhabitant of Peru with the prosaic name, the red-backed poison frog receives poison from the outside - by eating poisonous ants, the dangerous substances of which can be stored for some time in special glands. It is not too dangerous for humans, but small animals will have a hard time meeting it.
Spotted minnow 
Chiriquita lives in Panama and Costa Rica. The toad's body size does not exceed 5 centimeters, and males are smaller. The venom of this cute guy has the ability to block nerve endings, which leads to loss of coordination and can even cause paralysis.
Orange miracle 
The little poison dart frog looks like a chocolate egg toy. The baby lives in the tropics and with all its bright appearance signals that you should not approach it. The poison level is maintained, just like the red-backed poison frog - it eats poisonous ants. The frog's venom can cause severe burns.
Warty Invisible Man 
But this creature, on the contrary, tries to blend in with the area as much as possible. The common toad is found in different areas. When approached, it acts nobly - it can rise on its hind legs, taking a threatening pose. At the moment of danger, it releases white poison from the glands located behind the eyes. Dangerous for both animals, in particular agricultural animals, and humans.
Leopard 
The very stylish leopard-print coloring of the spotted poison frog, native to Peru, is justified. This is how she warns of danger. The poison of this beauty is enough to kill not one, but several people at once. The good news is that this creature is peace-loving and will never attack first, using its abilities only in defense.
Lemon 
Pure citrus. But the leaf frog is terrible despite its cute appearance - one of the most dangerous frogs in the world. It is enough to touch this inhabitant of Colombia to receive a lethal dose. The leaf climber is born completely harmless, and produces poison by eating insects. What’s remarkable is that frogs make wonderful pets: by losing access to specific food, they also lose the ability to produce deadly poison.
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