Tesoros Frogs Oophaga sylvatica Koi (Locale 1)
Tesoros Frogs is proud to introduce one of Colombia's true natural treasures.
For the first time ever, one of the world's most spectacular poison dart frogs is being released to the international hobby through a fully legal, conservation-based breeding program.
This historic milestone represents more than 10 years of continuous investment, research, and extraordinary technical, administrative, and legal effort. It reflects our commitment to replacing illegal wildlife trafficking with a transparent, ethical, and sustainable model that benefits both conservation and responsible enthusiasts.
Available in extremely limited numbers, these exceptional frogs will be shipped to the United States as part of our Fall shipment.
This auction offers the very first captive-bred pair of Oophaga sylvatica Koi ever released by Tesoros Frogs.
Thank you for supporting legal origin, ethical captive breeding, conservation, and the future of poison dart frogs.
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Tesoros Frogs Oophaga sylvatica Koi (Locale 1)
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The Koi morph is distinguished by its extraordinary combination of vivid orange or deep red with brilliant blue or white and bold black markings, creating unique patterns reminiscent of ornamental koi fish. No two individuals are alike, making every frog a one-of-a-kind masterpiece of nature. These first frogs originate from the first locality where we were able to legally establish our founder breeding stock for this remarkable morph. As our conservation breeding program continues to expand, additional localities featuring their own distinctive color variations and unique characteristics will be introduced in future releases.
Terrarium size and Social behavior: We recommend housing this species in pairs on terrariums of 30 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 leaf litter 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.
Classified as Near Threatened in the wild due primarily to illegal overcollection for the pet trade and ongoing habitat loss, this species is now benefiting from a new conservation approach. By entering a legal biocommerce framework, a transparent and sustainable alternative is being established—one that effectively shuts down smuggling activities originating from Colombia. Threats: Overexploitation for the illegal pet trade, Habitat destruction, Chytrid fungus infection
All sylvaticas sold will be shipped from Colombia during October 2026 to Miami. 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. Additional Packaging Fees: 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: Temperature Requirement: The delivery location’s temperature must stay above 41°F (5°C). Delivery Attendance: Someone must be present to accept the package on the first delivery attempt. Reporting Issues: Any concerns about the frogs must be reported within one hour of delivery. Carrier Pick-Up Option: If preferred, you can request the package be held at a carrier’s facility for personal pick-up. For any special instructions or further inquiries, please reach out. We’re happy to assist!