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Fascinating Fails
Invasion of the Toxic Toads: Nature's Most Successful Failure
Season 1
Episode 5
Say hello to the Cane Toad: the epitome of failing upward. Join the Fascinating Fails team as we explore how we may need to rethink our idea of what an ‘invasive species’ is, and find out ways YOU can help fight the climate crisis—it’s as simple as taking a picture!
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