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The Sapo Concho Is the Only Native Toad to Puerto Rico, and It's Endangered

Learn more about the sapo concho, also known as the Puerto Rican crested toad, that’s been featured in some of Bad Bunny’s latest work, and how spotlighting this little amphibian could help conservation efforts.

Feb 09, 2026

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