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Frog's coat of bacterial armor helps protect it from fungal disease

phys.org · 8h · first report

Frog's coat of bacterial armor helps protect it from fungal disease

The bacteria living on frogs' skin could play a vital role in protecting the animals from a deadly fungal disease. A team of researchers led by Penn State scientists found that frogs' natural skin bacteria can help them fight disease and improve their chances of survival.

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