Poison Dart Collection

Strawberry Poison Dart Frog (Dendrobates pumilio) Costa Rica

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Weapon used by hunters of the Amazon
Brazilian native using zarabatana, or shooting-tube, a hunting weapon. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th-century illustration

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Brazilian natives hunting with poison blow-guns, Amazon basin. Hand-colored woodcut of a 19th century illustration

Reticulated poison frog C016 / 7750
Reticulated poison frog on a leaf. The reticulated poison frog (Ranitomeya ventrimaculata) is a South American bromeliad-breeding tree frog

Ecuador poison frog and tadpole C016 / 8423
Ecuador poison frog and tadpole. Male Ecuador poison frog (Ameerega bilinguis) carrying a tadpole (centre-left) on its body

Ruby poison frog C016 / 7771
Ruby poison frog on a leaf. The ruby poison frog (Ameerega parvula) is a South American tree frog. It is a species of poison dart frog, a group of frogs that are brightly-coloured

Strawberry poison frog C018 / 2413
Strawberry poison frog (Oophaga pumilio) on a leaf. The basic colour of this small toxic poison dart frog is red. This is the blue jeans colour morph, found throughout Costa Rica and Panama

Strawberry poison frog C018 / 2381
Strawberry poison frog (Oophaga pumilio) on a leaf. The basic colour of this small toxic poison dart frog is red. This is the blue jeans colour morph, found throughout Costa Rica and Panama

Strawberry poison frog C013 / 6502
Strawberry poison frog (Oophaga pumilio). The basic colour of this small toxic poison dart frog is red. This is the blue jeans colour morph, found throughout Costa Rica and Panama

Poison Dart Frog, (Dendrobates auratus) Cahuita National Park, Costa Rica

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"Unveiling the Deadly Beauty: The Strawberry Poison Dart Frog" In the heart of Costa Rica's lush rainforests, a captivating creature lurks in the shadows - the Strawberry Poison Dart Frog (Dendrobates pumilio). With its vibrant red and blue hues, this American native stands out amidst nature's tapestry. Its black eyes glisten with an air of mystery, drawing us closer to its extreme close-up world. This macro marvel is not just a pretty face; it possesses a deadly secret. Known as the poison dart frog, it wields a potent weapon used by hunters in the Amazon. A single touch from its skin can unleash toxins that spell doom for any unsuspecting predator or prey. Venturing deeper into Ecuador's dense jungles reveals more members of this lethal family. The Reticulated poison frog C016/7750 showcases intricate patterns that mesmerize even from afar. Meanwhile, Ecuador poison frog and tadpole C016/8423 captivate with their delicate beauty and fascinating life cycle. Further south in Central America lies another enchanting species - the Ruby poison frog C016/7771. Its radiant crimson coloration serves as both warning and allure to those who dare approach. Similarly striking are Costa Rica's own representatives - Strawberry poison frogs C018/2413, C018/2381, and C013/6502 found within protected reserves. Cahuita National Park becomes home to yet another charismatic member of this venomous clan - the Poison Dart Frog (Dendrobates auratus). Here, amidst towering trees and cascading waterfalls, these tiny warriors reign supreme. As we delve into their habitat-rich landscapes across the Americas, we come face-to-face with nature's paradoxical masterpiece – beauty intertwined with danger. These captivating creatures remind us that beneath their alluring facade lies a powerful defense mechanism honed over centuries. So let us marvel at their existence, but from a respectful distance.