Strawberry Poison-Dart Frog Oophaga pumilio
Costa Rican Wildlife
Strawberry Poison-Dart Frog
Oophaga pumilio
Habitat
Lowlands of the Caribbean Slope and the Northern Zone.
Characteristics
Small and red with blue legs. Its bright coloration warns predators about its toxicity.
Fun Fact
Its toxicity depends strictly on its forest diet (specific ants and mites). If moved to a different environment with a different diet, its poison decreases drastically.
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Strawberry Poison-Dart Frog accompanies these products from our collection.
Frequently Asked Questions
Where does the Strawberry Poison-Dart Frog live in Costa Rica?
The Strawberry Poison-Dart Frog (Oophaga pumilio) lives in lowlands of the Caribbean Slope and the Northern Zone.
What are the characteristics of the Strawberry Poison-Dart Frog?
Small and red with blue legs. Its bright coloration warns predators about its toxicity.
What is a fun fact about the Strawberry Poison-Dart Frog?
Its toxicity depends strictly on its forest diet (specific ants and mites). If moved to a different environment with a different diet, its poison decreases drastically.
Which Historia chocolate features the Strawberry Poison-Dart Frog on its packaging?
Dark Chocolate 70% - Strawberry & Vanilla, Pineapple Jelly Covered in 70% Dark Chocolate feature the Strawberry Poison-Dart Frog (Oophaga pumilio) on its packaging, celebrating Costa Rica's biodiversity.