How to Survive a Poison Dart Frog

Deep in the tropical forests of Colombia, you come across a small, beautiful frog. You're captivated by its brilliant color and reach out to hold it in your hand. Within seconds, your hand starts to go numb. Something's wrong. Something is terribly wrong. The effects quickly spread throughout your body. What is happening? What can you do to avoid getting poisoned? How can you identify the most dangerous frogs? And what should you do if you come in contact with one?

00:00 Surviving a Poison Dart Frog
01:08 #1 Avoid the more colorful frogs
01:22 #2 Don't touch the frog
01:46 #3 Wash your hands
02:17 #4 Don't touch anything that touched the frog
02:42 #5 Get treatment

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