Dendrobates tinctorius "azureus"

Blue Poison-Dart Frogs are diurnal and highly territorial. They spend their days actively hunting for small insects and guarding their territory from intruders. The frogs are also known for their intricate vocalizations, which they use to attract mates and deter rivals.

Breeding occurs during the rainy season when males attract females by calling. After mating, the female lays eggs in moist areas, which the male then fertilizes and guards. The tadpoles are carried by the parents to water-filled cavities in trees, where they develop into froglets.

Typically measuring about 1.5 to 2 inches in length, Blue Poison-Dart Frogs have a robust and granular skin texture. Their vivid blue hue is one of the most intense colorations found in the animal kingdom, serving as a powerful aposematic signal to potential predators.

Native to the forests of southern Suriname and adjacent regions in Brazil, the Blue Poison-Dart Frog has been admired for both its beauty and its potential medicinal properties. Indigenous peoples have historically used the toxins of related dart frog species to coat the tips of blow darts.

The Blue Poison-Dart Frog is considered Near Threatened due to habitat loss and the illegal pet trade. Conservation efforts are focused on habitat preservation and reducing the demand for wild-caught individuals by promoting captive breeding programs.