A new weapon in the chemical arsenal of Amazonian poison frogs

Posted September 3, 2009 by Adam Dylewski
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Deep in the lush Amazon Jungle, scientists have uncovered a new family of chemicals that the infamous poison dart frog uses to defend itself. Check out our latest video podcast below to learn more about how these tiny poisonous frogs use chemistry to create some of the most powerful toxins in the world!

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