Boquete Panama
Rana Dorada (Golden Frog) - a sculpture made out of concrete, in front of the farmer's market in Boquete. This is one of Panama's symbols, appearing on state lottery tickets and in local mythology. It is thought that when the frog dies it turns to gold. It is believed that the frog brings good luck to those fortunate enough to see it - I haven't... this frog is a critically endangered specie. In 2010 the Panamanian Government passed legislation recognizing August 14 as National Golden Frog Day the main celebration event is marked annually by a parade in the streets of El Valle de Anton, and a display of golden frogs at the El Valle Amphibian Conservation Center in the El Nispero Zoo, El Valle.
