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Golfodulcean poison frog

Phyllobates vittatus

The Golfodulcean poison frog is a tiny, colorful frog that lives in the forests of Central America. Its bright colors warn other animals that it is very poisonous, helping it stay safe in the wild.

Hábitat: Forests

Aspecto

The Golfodulcean poison frog has a striking black body with two bold, bright yellow or orange stripes running down its back. Its small size, typically under 4 centimeters, makes these vibrant markings stand out against the dark skin.

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Golfodulcean poison frog
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Golfodulcean poison frog

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Rareza

Rare

Peligro

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Datos interesantes

Its name comes from Golfo Dulce, a unique bay in Costa Rica!

Male frogs are devoted dads, guarding eggs and carrying tadpoles to water.

Scientists study its toxins hoping to discover new life-saving medicines!

This frog doesn't make its own poison; it gets it from its food!

Habilidades especiales

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Toxic Skin Shield

Golfodulcean poison frog has extremely potent skin toxins that help them deter predators from trying to eat them.

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Dietary Defense

Golfodulcean poison frog can turn poisons from its insect diet into its own powerful skin toxins for protection.

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Warning Colors

Golfodulcean poison frog has vibrant stripes that act as a visual warning, telling predators 'I am poisonous!'

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Parental Taxi Service

Golfodulcean poison frog males carry their tadpoles on their backs to safety, protecting them on their journey to water.

Medidas y detalles

Longitud
2.5-3.5 cm
Peso
0.002-0.005 kg
Esperanza de vida
5-10 años
Top Speed
0.5 km/h
Tamaño de la puesta
3-10
Metamorfosis
60-90 días

Dieta y alimentación

This frog loves to snack on tiny insects and other small critters found in the rainforest!

Alimentos principales

  • Ants
  • Mites
  • Small beetles
  • Springtails

Método de búsqueda

  • Foraging

Conexiones ecológicas

hunts

Leafcutter Ant

Atta cephalotes

Eats these ants to acquire its powerful skin toxins.

hunts

Ant

Acromyrmex octospinosus

Feeds on various ant species to obtain its potent toxins.

eaten by

Banded Cat-eyed Snake

Leptodeira annulata

Some snakes can tolerate its toxins and may try to hunt it.

Rasgos

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Colecciones

Seguridad

Peligro

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Never touch wild frogs, as some can be very poisonous.

Preguntas frecuentes

¿Cuál es el longitud de Golfodulcean poison frog?

2.5-3.5 cm

¿Cuál es el peso de Golfodulcean poison frog?

0.002-0.005 kg

¿Cuál es el esperanza de vida de Golfodulcean poison frog?

5-10 años

¿Cuál es el top Speed de Golfodulcean poison frog?

0.5 km/h

¿Qué come Golfodulcean poison frog?

This frog loves to snack on tiny insects and other small critters found in the rainforest!

¿Dónde se encuentra normalmente Golfodulcean poison frog?

Forests

¿Cómo caza Golfodulcean poison frog?

Foraging

¿Cuál es el tamaño de la puesta de Golfodulcean poison frog?

3-10

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