Phantasmal poison frog

Epipedobates tricolor

Common name

Phantasmal poison frog

Habitat

It lives in mountain forests near streams, in areas with altitudes of between 1000-1800 meters.
Features

Family

Dendrobatidae

Order

Anura

Class

Amphibians

Gestation

No information available.

Number of offspring

No information available.

Breeding programs

No information available.

Diet

Insectivorous based on small insects.

Lifespan

No information available.

Biology and Behavior
Some
Interesting Facts

The eggs are laid on a leaf that acts as a stretcher, the male transports the larvae to the water so that they can develop.

Its main threats are water pollution due to agrochemical discharges and the loss of habitat due to livestock farms. It is also captured for medicinal use.