Blue Poison Dart Frog
Blue poison dart frog is a species of frog found in southern Suriname and northern Brazil. The species is known to be territorial and aggressive both towards its own species and others. The creature is very much active during the day.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Amphibia |
| Order | Anura |
| Suborder | Neobatrachia |
| Family | Dendrobatidae |
| Genus | Dendrobates |
| Species | Dendrobates tinctorius |
| Scientific Name | Dendrobates tinctorius “azureus” |
| Other Names | Blue poison arrow frog |
| Size | 3.0-4.5 cm |
| Weight | Around 8 g |
| Color | Bright blue skin which is more darker around the limbs and stomach; black spots on the back |
| Distribution | Southern Suriname, northern Brazil |
| Habitat | Tropical forest areas surrounded by savannah |
| Diet | Ants, beetles, mites, flies, termites, caterpillars, maggots, spiders |
| Predators | Snakes |
| Breeding Season | February or March |
| Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
| Clutch Size | 5 to 10 eggs |
| Incubation Period | 14 to 18 days |
| Metamorphosis Period | 10 to 12 weeks |
| Reproductive Age | 2 years of age |
| Average Lifespan | In wild: 4 to 6 years In captivity: Around 10 years |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Not Evaluated |
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