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Green and black poison dart frog
Green and black poison dart frog · Dendrobates auratus
Bright colours, tiny size: the green and black poison dart frog is the shining jewel of humid rainforests, with a surprising call.
Fact file
- Size
- 3 to 5 centimetres, small and delicate
- Males and females
- Females are often slightly larger and more robust, males call more loudly
- Sounds
- Soft croaking or chirping, for marking territory and finding a mate
- Diet
- Hunts small insects such as ants, termites and mites
- Offspring
- The female lays about 4 to 6 eggs, which are guarded by the male
How to identify Green and black poison dart frog
The green and black poison dart frog shows a striking pattern of green to turquoise and black spots and stripes. The intensity of the colour can vary depending on region and individual, which clearly sets it apart from other poison dart frogs.
At 3 to 5 centimetres in body length, the green and black poison dart frog remains quite small and compact. The skin looks smooth and glossy, and the pattern extends over the legs. Its slender silhouette and short, powerful limbs are typical of poison dart frogs.
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