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> Brand New Frog? This handsome, slender legged treefrog, while known to be a Osteocephalus, may be a new species. Discovered by CI scientists on a recent trip to Para, researchers are still trying to verify if it's ever been identified. With species going extinct every 20 minutes, many disappear without a trace. Since new animal finds have helped humans with everything from diffusing landmines to curing forms of cancer, no one knows what is lost to us when a species vanishes. Photo: Adriano Gambarini
> Beach Bum Chameleon The panther chameleon (Furcifer pardalis) of Madagascar loves sunbathing and enjoys cockroaches. They change color for camouflage and to communicate. When carrying eggs, females turn dark brown or black with orange striping to tell males they aren't interested. When two males come into contact, they turn brighter colors to assert dominance. Often these battles end with the loser retreating, turning drab and dark. Photo: Cristina Mittermeier
> Birdwatcher’s Paradise The Pantanal is home to over a 1,000 species of birds, such as this red and green macaw (Ara chloroptera). Unlike the dense forest canopy of the Amazon, the Pantanal’s open environment makes wildlife viewing much easier. This is one reason CI promotes ecotourism in the region as an important alternative to environmentally destructive forms of development. Photo: Luciano Candisani
> Much Ado Below the Surface 1,250 fish species and 600 hard corals; the greatest biodiversity concentration for a territory its size anywhere on earth. Wayag Lagoon in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, is one of several marine protected areas created thanks in part to CI's Rapid Assessment Program (RAP). These surveys quickly document uncharted habitats to help prioritize areas for protection. Photo: Sterling Zumbrunn
> More Fish Species Than Anywhere On Earth! CI scientists have documented more than 1200 species of fish in Raja Ampat, Indonesia, more than any other coral reef environment on the planet. Scientists also believe there are over 550 coral species, an astonishing 70 percent of the world’s total. Photo: Sterling Zumbrunn
> On the Look Out The peacock mantis shrimp (Odontodactylus scyllarus) is believed to have the most complex eyes in the animal kingdom. Each is capable of depth perception and trinocular vision. This allows the peacock mantis to detect semi transparent prey, different coral patterns, and the shimmering scales of hungry barracudas. They also have very powerful claws, known to break the glass of aquariums. Photo: Sterling Zumbrunn
> Chimpanzee Orphanage Endangered, the chimpanzee (Pan troglodytes) is believed to have shared the same ancestry as humans 6 million years ago, making it the closest living relative to human beings. Habitat loss, hunting for bushmeat, and human disease are among the threats it faces. Sanctuaries, like Lwiro in the Democratic Republic of Congo, provide care for orphans. Nearly half of primate species worldwide are endangered. Photo: Russ Mittermeier
> Monkeys on the Move The Northern muriqui (Brachyteles hypoxanthus) is a critically endangered resident of Brazil’s Atlantic Forest. Less than one thousand remain. To help revive them and other unique species, CI helped create green corridors linking the remaining fragments of the Atlantic Forest, assuring animals have a wider home to roam. Photo: Luciano Candisani
> Artisan Income The masonjoany, a Malgasy face mask, softens the skin and protects from the sun. This woman sells traditional crafts and products to tourists in Berenty, in Southern Madagascar. CI and its partners provide financing and advise to ecotourism entrepreneurs. Securing long term conservation results starts with finding ways for people to profit from leaving forests intact. Photo Cristina Mittermeier
> No Blast Fishing! A community patrolman on his dugout canoe near the island of Batanta, Raja Ampat. Local communities, aware of the importance of reef habitats to their fisheries, have learned to patrol their waters to protect against cyanide and blast fishing. Photo: Sterling Zumbrunn Raja Ampat, Indonesia, August 2007
> Over 70 Teeth! Once heavily hunted for their skin, the yacare caiman (Caiman yacaré) are among the animals CI aims to protect in the Pantanal. They depend on a healthy freshwater ecosystem and live on a diet of fish, mollusks, and the occasional mammal, such as the capybara, the world's biggest rodent! Cristina Mittermeier
> Skimming the Surface A black skimmer (Rynchops niger) on the hunt. The bill is unusual in that the lower part extends past the upper part, making it ideal for skimming the surface, and scooping any fish in its path. Observing how animals have adopted to nature is an important source of inspiration for innovators designing everything from machine tools to surgical instruments. Photo: Luciano Candisani
> 30,000 Ants in a Day! The giant anteater (Myrmecophaga tridactyla) is a solitary animal found in different habitats of the Pantanal, including grasslands and forests. Their long snouts assure a keen sense of smell, helping them find insects. They especially like ants and termites and can eat up to 30,000 in a day. Photo: Luciano Candisani
> Fishy Rodents Capybaras (Hydrochoerus hydrochaeris), the world’s biggest rodents, are social animals that typically live in groups of 20-30. Spanish settlers argued that because they spent so much time in the water, the Church should classify them as fish so they could be eaten at Lent. While no longer considered endangered, they are a food source for threatened species, such as jaguars, caimans, and various eagles. Hunting of capybaras for their meat, said to taste like pork, indirectly threatens other life. Photo: Luciano Candisani
> Species to Discover? The state government of Pará has shown considerable leadership with the designation of 7.4 million hectares of forest in the Calha Norte region. CI has worked with Pará to protect its forests, and currently provides scientific support to document this biologically important yet little explored ecosystem. Photo: Adriano Gambarini
Brand New Frog?

This handsome, slender legged treefrog, while known to be a Osteocephalus, may be a new species. Discovered by CI scientists on a recent trip to Para, researchers are still trying to verify if it's ever been identified. With species going extinct every 20 minutes, many disappear without a trace. Since new animal finds have helped humans with everything from diffusing landmines to curing forms of cancer, no one knows what is lost to us when a species vanishes.

Photo: Adriano Gambarini
> Brand New Frog? This handsome, slender legged treefrog, while known to be a Osteocephalus, may be a new species. Discovered by CI scientists on a recent trip to Para, researchers are still trying to verify if it's ever been identified. With species going extinct every 20 minutes, many disappear without a trace. Since new animal finds have helped humans with everything from diffusing landmines to curing forms of cancer, no one knows what is lost to us when a species vanishes. Photo: Adriano Gambarini
Brand New Frog?

This handsome, slender legged treefrog, while known to be a Osteocephalus, may be a new species. Discovered by CI scientists on a recent trip to Para, researchers are still trying to verify if it's ever been identified. With species going extinct every 20 minutes, many disappear without a trace. Since new animal finds have helped humans with everything from diffusing landmines to curing forms of cancer, no one knows what is lost to us when a species vanishes.

Photo: Adriano Gambarini
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