This endangered amphibian comes in a variety of colors. Their blue-green color is contrasted with gold, orange or red stripes down its head and body.
ORIGIN:
Central America
HABITAT:
Streams and lowland wet forests
HEIGHT/WEIGHT:
Less than 1 oz
Length: 1 in
DIET:
Ants and mites
PREDATORS:
Fire-bellied snakes
NATURAL DEFENSES:
Poison
REPRODUCTION:
In human care, the breeding season lasts three months; during this time, females lay clutches of eggs every week or two. Each clutch contains 7–21 eggs.
THREATS:
Habitat destruction, collection for the pet trade and water pollution
LIFE EXPECTANCY:
Around 10 yrs
Vibrating sounds |
Scent marking |
Visual signs |
Last Admission: 3:30 PM
