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Golden Poison Dart Frog (Phyllobates terribilis)

Golden Poison Dart Frog

Phyllobates terribilis

EN Endangered

Very high risk of extinction

Source: IUCN Red List

About the Golden Poison Dart Frog

The golden poison frog (Phyllobates terribilis), also known as the golden frog, golden poison arrow frog, or golden dart frog, is a poison dart frog endemic to the Pacific coast of Colombia. The optimal habitat of P. terribilis is the rainforest with high rain rates (5 m or more per year), altitudes between 100 and 200 m, temperatures of at least 26 °C, and relative humidity of 80–90%. In the wild, P. terribilis is a social animal, living in...

Key Facts

  • Endangered - this species needs our protection.

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Golden Poison Dart Frog?

The scientific name of the Golden Poison Dart Frog is Phyllobates terribilis.

Is the Golden Poison Dart Frog endangered?

The Golden Poison Dart Frog is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

How many Golden Poison Dart Frog sightings have been recorded?

360 observations of the Golden Poison Dart Frog have been recorded on iNaturalist.

360 observations on iNaturalist
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