Black-eared golden mantella
A species of Golden frogs Scientific name : Mantella milotympanum Genus : Golden frogs
Black-eared golden mantella, A species of Golden frogs
Scientific name: Mantella milotympanum
Genus: Golden frogs
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Description
The Black-eared Mantella (Mantella milotympanum) is a species of frog in the Mantellidae family. It is endemic to Madagascar. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical swamps, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, and swamps. It is threatened by habitat loss. None of its habitat is currently protected (2017).
General Info
Lifespan
8-12 years
Diet
Black-eared golden mantella primarily feeds on invertebrates, with a predominant consumption of small arthropods. Their main diet encompasses ants, beetles, spiders, and mites, acquired through active foraging in their rainforest habitat.
Appearance
Black-eared golden mantella is a small mantella frog, typically less than an inch long. It has a compact body shape with a smooth, moist skin. Its striking coloration ranges from bright green to yellow-orange, often with black or dark blue blotches on its back. This frog lacks any form of appendages like horns, wings, or tails. There aren't significant differences in appearance due to age or gender.
Behavior
Black-eared golden mantella is a diurnal, primarily ground-dwelling species found in damp forested the area. Exhibiting metachronic rhythm, it blends with leaf litter to evade predators. Its social behavior tends towards individualistic, with minor territorial squabbles. Breeding activity often triggers more socially interactive behavior. Not a migratory species, it remains local to its territory throughout the year.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Mantellidae Genus
Golden frogs Species
Black-eared golden mantella 
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