Yellow-striped poison frog
A species of Poison dart frogs Scientific name : Dendrobates truncatus Genus : Poison dart frogs
Yellow-striped poison frog, A species of Poison dart frogs
Scientific name: Dendrobates truncatus
Genus: Poison dart frogs
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Description
The yellow-striped poison frog (Dendrobates truncatus) is a species of frog in the family Dendrobatidae. It is endemic to Colombia. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical dry forests, subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, intermittent freshwater marshes, and plantations.
General Info
Lifespan
5-7 years
Diet
Yellow-striped poison frog primarily thrives on a diet of small arthropods, particularly ants and mites. These tiny invertebrates, rich in alkaloids, contribute to the frog's toxic skin secretion while meeting their fundamental nutritional requirements.
Appearance
Yellow-striped poison frog is a small, robust frog measuring approximately 3.5 cm in length. It possesses smooth, bright skin primarily colored yellow or orange with black spots. This amphibian lacks notable physical features like horns, wings, or tails. Its compact body shape and vibrant coloration may vary slightly, but there are no evident differences in appearance between genders, ages, or subspecies. Yellow-striped poison frog's distinctive markings serve as a warning to potential predators of its toxicity.
Behavior
Yellow-striped poison frog exhibits a highly territorial behavior, asserting dominance over marked leafy regions which function both as foraging and mating grounds. Primarily diurnal, it feeds on small invertebrates and uses vibrant colorations to deter predators. Notably, the mating call of the solitary yellow-striped poison frog can be heard spanning across forests.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Poison dart frog Genus
Poison dart frogs Species
Yellow-striped poison frog 
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