Dyeing Poison Dart Frog
The dyeing poison dart frog is known for its vivid coloration, so much so that two frogs of the same species are sometimes considered as subspecies. Some tribes pluck the feather from their pet parrots and rub these frogs on the bird’s back. The toxicity of the frog is so high that the touch causes the parrots to grow colorful feathers.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Amphibia |
Order | Anura |
Family | Dendrobatidae |
Genus | Dendrobates |
Scientific Name | Dendrobates tinctorius |
Other Names | Dyeing dart frog, dyeing poison dart frog tinc, and dyeing poison frog |
Size | 1.3 -2.7 in (3.5-7 cm) |
Color | Multiple variations regarding the color and patterns in blue, white, red, orange, yellow, and black |
Distribution | Brazil, Suriname, Guyana, Venezuela, French Guiana, and Guiana Shield |
Habitat | Mountainous and hilly regions |
Poison Fact | Highly poisonous |
Diet | Termites, ants, and small spiders |
Breeding Season | Wet Seasons |
Mode of Reproduction | Spawning (the eggs are fertilized externally by the male frogs) |
Average Lifespan | 10-16 years |
IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
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Published on September 16th 2019 by staff under Frogs. Article was last reviewed on 14th September 2019.