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The Good, the Bad, and the Slimy Details About Amphibians’ Skin
Gallery Talks & ToursWednesday, July 3, 2024, 11am – 1pm EDT
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Description
Slimy, sticky, or smooth: amphibian skin always serves an important purpose. Amphibians’ permeable skin acts like a sponge to transport small molecules like oxygen and water from their environment into their bodies. However, their thin skin can also let in harmful pollutants. It’s our job to keep harmful chemicals out of our waters to protect frogs, toads, and salamanders.
Presented by: Brenna Friday, Ecotoxicologist at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, Office of Water, Office of Science and Technology and Teresa Hsu, Museum Technician with the Department of Vertebrate Zoology, National Museum of Natural History
Cost
Free and open to the public
Location
1st Floor, The Sant Ocean Hall
Venue
Natural History Museum
Accessibility
Wheelchair accessible
Sponsor
Natural History Museum
Topics
Science & Nature