Green and Black Poison Dart Frog | 台北市立動物園資訊網

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This species of poison dart frog comes in many different colors. The most common color pattern features black with either green or light blue bands. Similar to most frogs, the head is fused to the trunk of the body with no tail. The “Poison” in their name references the poison glands located throughout the surface of their body. These glands are not only harmful to potential predators, but to humans as well, as unprotected contact can be highly dangerous. Most predators stay away, however, as the frog’s bright green skin gives them all the warning they need.

The green and black poison dart frog can be found in Central and South America, in countries like Nicaragua, Costa Rica, Brazil, and Bolivia. They are found on the rainforest floor, usually near small streams or bodies of water.

This species feeds mainly on small invertebrates like ants and other smaller insects. Ants h...