Safety note: Handle with care due to skin toxicity.
This strikingly colored frog is known for its vibrant green and black pattern, which serves as a warning to predators. It is famous for the toxic secretions on its skin.
Habitat
Inhabits humid tropical forests.
Diet
Feeds on small insects and arthropods.
How common
Uncommon
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