Golfodulcean poison frog (Phyllobates vittatus)

Short answers

Golfodulcean poison frog: How big does the enclosure need to be?

60×45×50 cm.

Golfodulcean poison frog: What temperature does it need?

Daytime 22–27 °C, basking spot No basking spot, at night 19–22 °C.

Golfodulcean poison frog: Does it need UVB lighting?

UVB: Recommended (UVB 2 %).

Golfodulcean poison frog: How long do they live?

Life expectancy: 10–15 years.

Golfodulcean poison frog: Is it suitable for beginners?

Yes – it is considered suitable for beginners (difficulty: Beginner).

Climate

Daytime temperature

22–27 °C

Night temperature

19–22 °C

Basking spot

No basking spot

Humidity

80–90 %

UVB

Recommended (UVB 2 %)

Enclosure

Minimum size

60×45×50 cm

Substrate

Coco humus, a thick layer of leaf litter, roots, a shallow water spot

Feeding

Food

Fruit flies, springtails, micro crickets

Feeding interval

daily

Key facts

Adult size

2,5–3,1 cm

Life expectancy

10–15 years

Origin

South-western Costa Rica

Protection status

CITES II

Brumation

None

Cohabitation

Keeping a pair (1.1) is the least stressful option, especially for adults. A small group of 4–6 frogs works in a large, densely planted tank with plenty of leaf litter, but: once sexually mature, males may push each other aside — then they have to be separated. Raise juveniles apart from the adults so they do not lose out at feeding time.

Notes

Black with orange dorsal stripes, very active and clearly visible. Robust and easy to breed – one of the better ways into the genus Phyllobates. Terrarium-bred animals are non-toxic.

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What you need to start

To keep Golfodulcean poison frog (Phyllobates vittatus) you typically need: a suitable enclosure (60×45×50 cm), substrate (Coco humus, a thick layer of leaf litter, roots, a shallow water spot), a heat source with a thermostat, UVB lighting, thermometer and hygrometer, a water dish and hides. You will find equipment in the Reptoria marketplace.