What is a group of frogs called?

Poison Dart Frogs

Poison dart frogs, also known as poison frogs or dart frogs, are a group of frogs in the family Dendrobatidae which are native to Central and South America. They are renowned for their bright colors and high toxicity.

• Appearance: Their striking coloration serves as a warning to potential predators, a phenomenon known as aposematism. Colors vary widely between species and populations, including vibrant blues, greens, yellows, oranges, and reds.

• Habitat: They primarily inhabit humid, tropical forests. Their specific habitat varies depending on the species, but they generally require moist conditions and suitable bromeliads or other plants to lay their eggs.

• Diet: Poison dart frogs primarily feed on small insects, such as ants, mites, and termites. Their diet is crucial for their toxicity.

• Toxicity: The frogs themselves do not produce the poison. Instead, they sequester alkaloids from their insect prey, which they then store in their skin glands. In captivity, without access to their natural diet, they are generally not poisonous. The level of toxicity varies greatly between species, with some being only mildly poisonous and others being deadly. Batrachotoxin is one of the most potent neurotoxic steroidal alkaloids found in some poison dart frogs.

• Reproduction: They have unique breeding habits. The male attracts a female with a mating call. After laying eggs in a moist location (often on a leaf), the male usually guards the eggs until they hatch. The male then carries the tadpoles on his back to a suitable body of water, such as a bromeliad pool. The tadpoles are often carnivorous, feeding on other tadpoles or unfertilized eggs provided by the mother.

• Conservation: Many species of poison dart frogs are threatened due to habitat%20loss, pet%20trade, and climate%20change. Conservation efforts are underway to protect their natural habitats and regulate the pet trade.