Biodiversity conservation: A fungus-free refuge for Colombia's amphibians.

Amphibian communities in Colombia’s Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta are linked to being unaffected by chytridiomycosis, suggesting the region is among the few remaining fungus-free refuges worldwide.

• Why it matters: Chytridiomycosis has harmed amphibians globally, so identifying places where communities persist without fungal disease is critical for conservation planning.
• What they did: The study evaluated amphibian community status in the Sierra Nevada de Santa Marta, focusing on whether chytridiomycosis affected local populations.
• The result: The findings suggest this hotspot may be one of just a few remaining places where amphibians have not been affected, supporting its role as a conservation refuge.

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