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Oophaga lehmanni

Oophaga lehmanni

The Oophaga lehmanni, also known as Lehmann's poison frog, is a small, colorful frog found in Central America. It has bright colors that warn predators to stay away!

Habitat: Rainforests

Appearance

The Oophaga lehmanni is a tiny, vividly colored frog, displaying striking black bands or spots against a background of bright red, orange, or yellow. Its smooth, moist skin often shimmers, making its intense coloration stand out from other rainforest amphibians.

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Oophaga lehmanni
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Oophaga lehmanni

Category

Amphibians

Rarity

Rare

Danger

3/5 · Moderate

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Interesting facts

A mother frog carries her tadpoles one by one on her back to tiny pools in plants!

Lehmann's poison frog is so rare, it was once thought to be completely extinct!

Male frogs call out with unique chirps and trills to attract a mate in the dense forest!

This frog is a super picky eater, only finding its toxins from specific ants and mites!

Special abilities

Ability

Toxic Touch

Oophaga lehmanni has extremely potent toxins in its skin that help them deter predators simply by being touched or ingested.

Ability

Nourishing Nanny

Oophaga lehmanni mothers feed their tadpoles unfertilized eggs, helping them grow strong without leaving their nursery.

Ability

Warning Warrior

Oophaga lehmanni possesses vibrant warning colors that help them signal their toxicity to potential threats.

Measurements & details

Length
2-3 cm
Weight
0.001-0.003 kg
Lifespan
5-10 years
Clutch Size
1-6
Metamorphosis
45-70 days

Diet & Feeding

This little frog enjoys a steady diet of tiny insects and mites found on the forest floor.

Age differences: Tadpoles are fed unfertilized eggs by their mother until metamorphosis.

Primary Foods

  • Ants
  • Mites
  • Small beetles
  • Springtails

Foraging Method

  • Foraging

Ecological connections

eats

Heer's Ant

Brachymyrmex heeri

Hunts and consumes these small ants as a primary food source.

eats

Tropical Fire Ant

Solenopsis saevissima

Feeds on these ants, acquiring its defensive toxins.

eaten by

Banded Cat-eyed Snake

Leptodeira annulata

Is occasionally hunted by this snake, despite its toxic defenses.

Traits

Also known as

Lehmann's poison frog

Collections

Safety

Danger

3/5 · Moderate

Don't touch frogs in the wild, as some can be poisonous!

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is Oophaga lehmanni?

2-3 cm

How much does Oophaga lehmanni weigh?

0.001-0.003 kg

How long does Oophaga lehmanni live?

5-10 years

What does Oophaga lehmanni eat?

This little frog enjoys a steady diet of tiny insects and mites found on the forest floor.

Where is Oophaga lehmanni usually found?

Rainforests

How does Oophaga lehmanni hunt?

Foraging

How many eggs does Oophaga lehmanni lay?

1-6

How long does Oophaga lehmanni take to complete metamorphosis?

45-70 days

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