Strawberry Poison Dart Frog
Oophaga pumilio
Conservation Status
Least ConcernAmphibia · Anura · Dendrobatidae
About
The strawberry poison frog, strawberry poison dart frog or blue jeans poison frog is a species of small poison dart frog found in Central America. It is common throughout its range, which extends from eastern central Nicaragua through Costa Rica and northwestern Panama. The species is often found in humid lowlands and premontane forest, but large populations are also found in disturbed areas such as plantations. The strawberry poison frog is perhaps most famous for its widespread variation in coloration, comprising approximately 15–30 color morphs, most of which are presumed to be true-breeding. O. pumilio, while not the most poisonous of the dendrobatids, is the most toxic member of its genus.
Fun Fact
Strawberry poison dart frog mothers carry individual tadpoles to separate tiny pools of water in bromeliad leaves and feed each one with unfertilized eggs.
Quick Facts
Habitat
Found in humid lowlands and premontane forest, but large populations are also found in disturbed areas such as plantations.
Diet
Diet of formicinae ants.
Lifespan
To be updated
Threats
- Habitat Change
- Human Disturbance