Kambo, also known as sapo (from Portuguese: sapo, lit. 'toad') or vacina-do-sapo , is substance derived from the natural secretions of an amphibian belonging to the Phyllomedusa family . …

Mar 17, 2025 · Sapo frogs, also known as Bufo marinus, are intriguing amphibians that have captured the attention of nature enthusiasts worldwide. With their unique characteristics and …

An Ancient legend tells that in the sacred lake Titicaca were frogs with magical powers and The royal Inca King would try to catch the attention of the Sapo by throwing gold pieces into the lake.

Jul 30, 2014 · Among these, one animal medicine whose use persists today among Amazonian native people is sapo frog. Known by the latin name Phyllomedusa bicolor, this rainforest frog …

Acaté (ah-ka-TEH) is the Matses term for the giant monkey tree frog (Phyllomedusa bicolor). Used in hunting rituals by a handful of Amazonian tribes, the dried skin secretions of the frog …

Mar 1, 2015 · Peter Gorman's Sapo In My Soul is the story of the Western world’s discovery of the powerful Matsés frog medicine known as Sapo or Kambo. Part memoir, adventure story, …

Aug 17, 2022 · In many regions outside Brazil, both the frog and its secretion are known as sapo (or ‘toad’). Giant monkey frogs have a distinctive “song” that can be followed to collect them at …

Sep 21, 2017 · Before you get excited about animal cruelty, the word sapo, which is Spanish for frog or toad, is the center piece of one of the centuries old games played in Peru. What is …

"El Sapu" (the frog) was the main character in the exciting game where the Inca, son of the sun, would throw the luck with his court. In those times, the royal family would throw gold pieces in …

May 1, 2009 · In the Amazon rain forest, there lives a very special frog called the Phyllomedusa bicolor, otherwise known as the Sapo. Traditionally, the Mayoruna tribe uses this frog’s gooey …