Chytrid fungal infections in alpine toads proliferate during winter dormancy
Daversa, D. R., Grasso, R. et al.
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Matterhorn hides sheep's faces beneath fur coats, essential for windy Swiss foothills. Ancient breed, introduced to UK in 2014 and NA in 2018.

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✨ 🏔️ Meet the White-winged snowfinch, a fearless mountain dweller! This hardy bird thrives in alpine regions, often seen foraging around ski resorts. Rarely venturing below 1000 meters, even in harsh winter weather, the snowfinch is a true survivor. 🗻❄️🐦 #Snowfinch #MountainBird #AlpineWildlife