
Poison dart frog - Wikipedia
Poison dart frog (also known as dart-poison frog, poison frog or formerly known as poison arrow frog) is the common name of a group of frogs in the family Dendrobatidae which are native to …
Poison frogs - Smithsonian's National Zoo
Poison frogs, also called poison arrow and poison dart frogs, are the most brightly colored frogs in the world. They live in wet, tropical forests in Central and South America where their diet …
Poison Dart Frogs: Facts, Threats, and Conservation | IFAW
Found in Central and South America, poison dart frogs (also known as poison arrow frogs) are small amphibians known for their bright colors. They are so named because indigenous tribes …
Poison Dart Frog - National Geographic Kids
These frogs are considered one of Earth's most toxic, or poisonous, species. With a range of bright colors—yellows, oranges, reds, greens, blues—poison dart frogs aren't just big show-offs...
Poison Dart Frog - Description, Habitat, Image, Diet, and …
Poison Dart Frogs play a vital, though often understated, role in their rainforest ecosystems. As insectivores, they help control populations of small invertebrates, including potential pests.
Poison frog | Amphibian Adaptations & Conservation | Britannica
Dec 16, 2025 · Poison frogs inhabit the forests of the New World tropics from Nicaragua to Peru and Brazil, and a few species are used by South American tribes to coat the tips of darts and …
Poison Frog - San Diego Zoo Animals & Plants
A single golden poison frog, which is no larger than a bottle cap, can supply enough poison for 30 to 50 darts, and the dart's poison remains active for up to a year. Researchers have found this …
Poison dart frog facts: habitat, diet - and why they're poisonous
Aug 30, 2024 · Poison dart frogs belong to the family Dendrobatidae. There are approximately 200 species and they are found in the tropical rainforests of Central and South America. Their …
Dendrobatidae Frogs: The Fascinating World of Poison Dart Frogs
Feb 17, 2025 · Explore the vibrant and fascinating world of poison dart frogs. Learn about their dazzling colors, potent toxins, unique habitats in Central and South America.
Poison Dart Frog - Animal Kingdom
Poison dart frogs are typically 1.5–6 cm (0.6–2.4 inches) long and live on the forest floor near moist leaf litter, streams, or bromeliads. They are agile, active hunters, feeding on ants, mites, …