Beautiful mantella
A species of Golden frogs Scientific name : Mantella pulchra Genus : Golden frogs
Beautiful mantella, A species of Golden frogs
Scientific name: Mantella pulchra
Genus: Golden frogs
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Description
The beautiful mantella, Parker's mantella, or splendid mantella (Mantella pulchra) 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, and swamps. It is threatened by habitat loss. It may be threatened by the pet trade, but to little is known about commercial collection.
General Info
Lifespan
8-10 years
Diet
Beautiful mantella predominantly feeds on small invertebrates, such as ants, spiders, and mites. These small critters complement its diet, offering the necessary nutrients required for its survival in Madagascar's rainforests.
Appearance
Beautiful mantella is a small, robust frog with a balanced body that ranges from 20-31mm in size. It is completely smooth-skinned. This species exhibits a vibrant green color with distinctive black spots covering the back and sides. The belly area is usually grayish-blue. The fore and hind limbs are robustly built but relatively short. While specific features may vary, no pronounced sexual or subspecies differences are observable.
Behavior
Known for their bright coloration, beautiful mantella is a diurnal, terrestrial species, predominantly hunting insects in the daylight hours. This solitary frog exhibits fascinating breeding behavior where males vocalise to attract females, then guard fertilized eggs. They display skin-wiping behavior, possibly related to their toxic secretions, used as a defense mechanism.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Mantellidae Genus
Golden frogs Species
Beautiful mantella 
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