Striped rocket frog
A species of Nurse frogs Scientific name : Allobates talamancae Genus : Nurse frogs
Striped rocket frog, A species of Nurse frogs
Scientific name: Allobates talamancae
Genus: Nurse frogs
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Description
Allobates talamancae (common names: Talamanca rocket frog, striped rocket frog, Talamanca striped rocket frog) is a species of frog in the Aromobatidae family. It is found in northwestern Ecuador, western Colombia, Panama, Costa Rica, and southern Nicaragua.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Striped rocket frog mainly subsists on a diet of small arthropods, highlighted by its preference for insects. Its adept hunting skills enable it to capture a diverse range of prey, particularly spiders and beetles.
Appearance
Striped rocket frog is a small-sized frog with a slender body and smooth skin, measuring 2 to 3 cm. Predominantly pale brown, their skin exhibits complex patterns of darker brown markings for adaptation. On the back, they showcase a distinct light line running from the snout to the vent. As with most frogs, they lack tails. Noteworthy is the lack of significant variances in appearance between ages or genders.
Behavior
Striped rocket frog exhibits distinctive diurnal and social behaviors, with activities such as foraging occurring mainly in the morning. It utilizes auditory signals for mating and territorial disputes. It primarily remains within a designated territory, avoiding incursions into neighboring striped rocket frog territories. Its notable survival tactics include vocal mimicry and toxicity to deter predators.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Cryptic forest frogs Genus
Nurse frogs Species
Striped rocket frog 
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