Pale-striped poison frog
A species of Ameerega Scientific name : Ameerega hahneli Genus : Ameerega
Pale-striped poison frog, A species of Ameerega
Scientific name: Ameerega hahneli
Genus: Ameerega
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Description
Ameerega hahneli is a species of frog in the family Dendrobatidae. It is found in the Amazonian lowlands of Brazil, Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Colombia, Venezuela, Guyana, French Guiana, and Suriname. It is named after Paul Hahnel, the collector of the type series.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Pale-striped poison frog is an obligate insectivore, primarily feeding on small invertebrates. Its diet specifically includes ants, termites, beetles, and various other arthropods, adapting to the local food availability.
Appearance
Pale-striped poison frog is a small frog species that can measure up to 2 inches in length. Their skin is smooth and moist, vividly colored deep blue-black, speckled with bright yellow spots. The frog's belly is usually a lighter blue with paler yellow spots. Pale-striped poison frog has slender body and limbs, with well-developed webbing on its feet, adapted for a mostly arboreal lifestyle. There is no noticeable difference in size or coloration between males and females.
Behavior
Pale-striped poison frog is a diurnal animal with semi-arboreal tendencies. It exhibits notable vocal behavior, using different call types, ranging from territorial calls to mating signals. This species is known for its parental care, where males guard larvae after hatching. Pale-striped poison frog is also territorial, defending its area from intruding males.
Population
Stable
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Poison dart frog Genus
Ameerega Species
Pale-striped poison frog