Lutz's poison frog
A species of Ameerega Scientific name : Ameerega flavopicta Genus : Ameerega
Lutz's poison frog, A species of Ameerega
Scientific name: Ameerega flavopicta
Genus: Ameerega
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Description
Lutz's poison frog (Ameerega flavopicta; formerly Epipedobates flavopicta) is a species of frog in the family Dendrobatidae found in Bolivia and Brazil. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, moist savanna, subtropical or tropical moist shrubland, rivers, intermittent freshwater marshes, and rocky areas. It is threatened by habitat loss.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Lutz's poison frog is a predominantly insectivorous species with a diet mainly consisting of ants and beetles. It also consumes a variety of other invertebrates, selectively feeding on those rich in alkaloids for toxin accumulation.
Appearance
The lutz's poison frog is a small, slim frog measuring up to 2.5 cm in length, with smooth skin. Brightly colored, its dominant hue is dazzling yellow offset by black blotches and bands. It has a distinctive triangular mark on its head and vertical bars on its legs. No significant differences in appearance due to age, gender, or subspecies have been observed.
Behavior
Lutz's poison frog exhibits diurnal habits, often retreating to moist rocky environments during inactive periods. It's a territorial species, with males displaying aggressive behaviors such as bird-mimicking calls to fend off rivals. Primarily solitary, their interaction is largely conflict-driven, usually during breeding periods. These adaptions help lutz's poison frog thrive in its native tropical forest habitats.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Poison dart frog Genus
Ameerega Species
Lutz's poison frog 
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