Phyllobates terribilis orange Black foot

This is a large sized species of Phyllobates, this frog is considered a true poison dart frog. Highly popular in the pet trade, this species is considered beginner-friendly in the hobby

Description

Dark orange with black feet. The black area can extend and include the belly and the throat

Adult Size: 1.7 - 2  inches long

Name:

Phyllobates terribilis - Orange Black Foot poison frog

Orange

Origin and history in the hobby:

We successfully introduced this Colombian species to the international frog hobby after nine years of effort to secure the necessary permits for breeding and exporting it from our Tesoros de Colombia facilities.

Husbandry:

Terrarium size and Social Behavior:

We recommend housing this species in social groups of 2 to 5 frogs in terrariums of 20 gallons or larger, depending on the complexity of climbing options such as spikeless bromeliads, sturdy-leaved plants, or platforms. It is preferable to use a thick layer of Tesoros de Colombia cacao dried leaves as the substrate for optimal habitat conditions.

Temperature:

This species prefers a range between 65 and 81 °F

Humidity:

A range between 70 - 90 % is recommended

Nutrition:

Fruit flies (Drosophila), pinhead crickets and springtails with supplemented with minerals and vitamins

Age and Longevity:

We offer only frogs 3+months old. They can live for more than 15 years in captivity but 8 years is considered an average.

Conservation in the Wild:

This species is a national icon and is endemic to Colombia. Its limited geographical range, combined with overexploitation decades ago, has brought it to the brink of extinction, and it is now classified as endangered. In addition to past smuggling, it faces ongoing threats in the wild from habitat destruction, pollution, and the presence of the chytrid fungus.

Threats:

Habitat destruction, Chytrid fungus infection

 

Shipping Information

 

We ship all frog orders using overnight delivery to ensure your frogs arrive safely the next day. Once shipped, you’ll receive an email from Tesoros Frogs containing your tracking number and shipping confirmation.

 

Shipping Days

 

Frogs are dispatched Monday through Thursday, excluding holidays. If you need the frogs delivered on a specific date, please contact us by phone or email. Be sure to include your order confirmation number in any email requests. Some orders may require extra costs for special packaging, such as insulated containers or heat/cold packs, to maintain ideal temperatures during transit.

 

 

Live Arrival Guarantee

 

To ensure your frogs arrive healthy, the following conditions must be met:

 

 

For any special instructions or further inquiries, please reach out. We’re happy to assist!