Sira poison dart frog
A species of Ranitomeya, Also known as Bamboo poison frog Scientific name : Ranitomeya sirensis Genus : Ranitomeya
Sira poison dart frog, A species of Ranitomeya
Also known as:
Bamboo poison frog
Scientific name: Ranitomeya sirensis
Genus: Ranitomeya
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Description General Info
Description
Ranitomeya sirensis is a species of poison dart frog found in the Amazonian rainforests of northern Bolivia (Pando Department), westernmost Brazil (Acre), and eastern Peru.
General Info
Lifespan
5-8 years
Diet
Sira poison dart frog primarily subsists on a diet of small invertebrates, notably ants and mites. Moreover, this species has a preference for certain types of arthropods, displaying a selectivity rarely observed in other similar species.
Appearance
Sira poison dart frog is a small and brightly colored frog with a slender body and smooth skin. It has striking patterns in hues of yellow, orange, or red combined with black. The vibrant colors are generally more pronounced in males. Notable features include tiny, suction-cup-like toe pads that aid in climbing. No significant age-related changes are evident.
Behavior
Sira poison dart frog are small, territorial, diurnal frogs with distinct behaviors. They forage and breed within their defined territories, mainly consuming small invertebrates. They perform a unique courtship behavior, producing high-pitched calls to attract females. Sira poison dart frog raise their tadpoles in small pools, often within bromeliads, demonstrating advanced parental care. These behaviors are adaptations to their humid and arboreal habitat.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Frogs and toads Family
Poison dart frog Genus
Ranitomeya Species
Sira poison dart frog 
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