Epipedobates machalilla
A species of Epipedobates Scientific name : Epipedobates machalilla Genus : Epipedobates
Epipedobates machalilla, A species of Epipedobates
Scientific name: Epipedobates machalilla
Genus: Epipedobates
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Description
Epipedobates machalilla, formerly Colostethus machalilla, is a slender species of frog in the family Dendrobatidae. Endemic to West Ecuador, it lives in dry and low forests and was first described by Luis A. Coloma in 1995. With a decreasing population, IUCN have classed it as Near Threatened.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Epipedobates machalilla sustains mainly on a diet of small invertebrates, especially ants and mites. Their specialized feeding mechanism uses an adhesive tongue to effectively trap these miniscule prey.
Appearance
Epipedobates machalilla is a small-sized frog typically measuring 2-3 cm in length. It has a robust body and smooth, shiny skin. This amphibian proudly displays a dominant black coloration, intricately patterned with bright yellow or orange stripes and dots. The species does not exhibit significant physical differences due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Epipedobates machalilla is a diurnal, terrestrial amphibian with a rich social life. Dominated by acoustic communication, it uses an array of distinct calls to signal territory, attract mates, and warn of predators. Remarkably, this species exhibits parental care, with males transporting tadpoles to safe water bodies post-hatching.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Poison dart frog Genus
Epipedobates Species
Epipedobates machalilla 
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