Smoky jungle frogs may look laid-back, but they’ve got rainforest street smarts. These guys grow up to 7 inches long, making them some of the biggest frogs in the Americas. They don’t hop away from danger—they scream. Loudly. And if that doesn’t work, their skin releases a chemical toxin that tastes awful to predators. They’re also night owls, hunting at night and swallowing prey whole—bugs, snakes, even other frogs. You’ll find ours in the Tropical Forest wing of the zoo. (fb)

A huge thank you to the amazing students of IS51’s Science Club, who chose the Staten Island Zoo as the beneficiary of their annual fundraiser! For 11 years, these young conservationists have shown incredible generosity—and this year, they raised funds in support of our otters, Lewis and Rotini. Your compassion truly makes a difference! 🦦 (fb)