The tree frog is known by several names. The amphibian is often called the cinnamon frog because of its reddish-brown color.
The frog is originally found in Southeast Asia, such as Thailand, Malaysia, Singapore, and Sumatra. There, too, amphibians live in difficult conditions, because their habitat is threatened by logging.
Six European zoos are trying to preserve frog species. The Cotswold Game Park in Burford is one of two that already breed the cinnamon toad.
According to Jimmy Craig, the park's manager, the cinnamon toad is also threatened by a fungal disease.
“Our specialist reptile team has worked hard to perfect breeding techniques,” says Craig. Watchman. “Many frog species require incredibly specific conditions, and it is a testament to their hard work that the team members have now successfully raised cinnamon frogs.”
Reptile breeders in Burford have given the farmed frogs names that reference spices, such as paprika, chili pepper, saffron and cayenne pepper.
