Golden Poison Frog
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Golden Poison Frog
Phyllobates terribilis
The Golden Poison Frog is one of the most colorful frogs in the world! It has a shiny yellow color and is very tiny.
Habitat: Rainforests near water
Appearance
The Golden Poison Frog is known for its strikingly bright, uniform golden-yellow, orange, or pale-green skin. Unlike many frogs, it often lacks distinct patterns or spots, making its solid, brilliant color its most defining feature.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAmphibiaOrderAnuraFamilyDendrobatidaeGenusPhyllobates
Category
AmphibiansRarity
Legendary
Danger
3/5 · Moderate
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Interesting facts
In captivity, if their diet changes, they become harmless, losing their toxic defenses!
Indigenous people traditionally used the frog's skin toxins to tip hunting darts.
Its scientific name, 'terribilis,' means 'terrible' because of its extreme toxicity!
Just one frog has enough poison to harm 10-20 humans or two adult elephants!
Special abilities
Ability
Super Skin Shield
Golden Poison Frog has incredibly toxic skin that helps them defend against almost any predator by making them extremely dangerous to touch.
Ability
Vivid Warning
Golden Poison Frog can show off its vivid, bright colors that help them warn predators to stay away before an attack.
Ability
Toxin Acquisition
Golden Poison Frog acquires powerful toxins by eating specific insects, which helps them become one of the most poisonous animals on Earth.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 4-6 cm
- Weight
- 0.005-0.015 kg
- Lifespan
- 5-10 years
- Top Speed
- 1 km/h
- Clutch Size
- 5-30
- Metamorphosis
- 14-28 days
Diet & Feeding
Tiny insects like ants and beetles make up their poisonous diet!
Primary Foods
- ants
- termites
- beetles
- mites
Foraging Method
- Foraging
Ecological connections
eats
Melyrid Beetle
Chorezine pulchra
eats these beetles to acquire its powerful skin toxins
eats
Ghost Ant
Brachymyrmex heeri
forages for small ants as a primary food source
shelters
Trumpet Tree
Cecropia peltata
lives amongst leaf litter and undergrowth of rainforest plants
Traits
Wildlife
Wildlife encompasses all undomesticated animal and plant life existing in their natural habitats.
Camouflaged
Camouflaged describes organisms that possess coloring or patterns that allow them to blend into their environment.
Rainforest
This habitat trait refers to species found in tropical rainforests, characterized by high annual rainfall, high biodiversity, and dense tree cover.
Carnivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet consists entirely or primarily of animal tissue.
Freshwater
Freshwater habitats include non-saline aquatic environments such as rivers, lakes, ponds, and wetlands, vital for numerous species.
Poisonous
Poisonous organisms produce toxins that can cause harm when ingested, inhaled, or absorbed through contact.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Venomous
Venomous organisms produce toxins that are injected into another animal, typically through a bite or sting.
Also known as
Golden Dart FrogGolden Poison Dart Frog
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Safety
Danger
3/5 · Moderate
Look but don’t touch. Keep a safe distance and wash hands after exploring.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Golden Poison Frog?
4-6 cm
How much does Golden Poison Frog weigh?
0.005-0.015 kg
How long does Golden Poison Frog live?
5-10 years
How fast can Golden Poison Frog move?
1 km/h
What does Golden Poison Frog eat?
Tiny insects like ants and beetles make up their poisonous diet!
Where is Golden Poison Frog usually found?
Rainforests near water
How does Golden Poison Frog hunt?
Foraging
How many eggs does Golden Poison Frog lay?
5-30
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