Black leg poison dart frog
A species of Leaf climber Scientific name : Phyllobates bicolor Genus : Leaf climber
Black leg poison dart frog, A species of Leaf climber
Scientific name: Phyllobates bicolor
Genus: Leaf climber
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Description
Phyllobates bicolor, also known as the black-legged poison frog, bicolored dart frog or neari in Choco, is the second-most toxic of the wild poison dart frogs. This species obtained its name due to its normally yellow or orange body with black or dark blue hindlegs and forelimbs below the elbow. It lives in the lowland forests in the Chocó area in western Colombia, along the San Juan River.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Black leg poison dart frog primarily feeds on small arthropods, especially ants and termites. It skillfully tracks and captures its prey, contributing to an efficient diet and successful survival amidst dense rainforest foliage.
Appearance
Black leg poison dart frog is a small, slender frog with smooth skin. It's coloration is primarily bright yellow or orange, often with dark markings. It's known for its pair of long, thin hind legs. There are no significant differences in the appearance of males and females or across different age groups. Its vibrant colouration, while beautiful, serves as a warning for its high toxicity.
Behavior
Black leg poison dart frog is primarily diurnal, undertaking foraging activities during the day. This species has notable toxic skin and uses coloration for warning predators of its toxicity. Black leg poison dart frog has a social framework where females are, unusually, more dominant. Territorial in nature, males call out to assert space and deter rivals.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Poison dart frog Genus
Leaf climber Species
Black leg poison dart frog 
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