Just 1 milligram of its venom is enough to kill an adult human. However, there is one species of poison dart frog, the golden poison frog (Phyllobates terribilis), that is incredibly poisonous. Most poison dart frogs are only deadly to small prey–their toxins aren’t potent enough to kill a human. Whatever the source, these toxins can be deadly to predators – and even humans if ingested!
#Dart frogs skin#
Others believe that the toxins may be produced by bacteria that live on the skin of these frogs. Some scientists believe that these amphibians get their toxins from the insects they eat. The tadpoles develop into froglets within a few weeks to a few months depending on the species.Īlthough they are small, poison dart frogs pack a powerful punch when it comes to toxins. These amphibians typically lay their eggs in moist places like bromeliads or leaf litter. Most poison dart frogs live on the forest floor, but some species live in trees. Other species are more drably colored and may be mistaken for food by predators.
Some species are brightly colored with patterns that warn predators to stay away. There are over 100 different species of poison dart frogs, and they come in a wide variety of colors. These little amphibians are found in tropical rainforests in Central and South America. They are also some of the most toxic creatures on the planet. Poison dart frogs are one of the most brightly colored animals on Earth.
0 kommentar(er)
