Poison Dart Frog

Poison dart frogs are small, often brightly colored frogs native to tropical Central and South America. Many obtain defensive skin chemicals from their natural diet, though toxicity differs among species and circumstances. They commonly feed on tiny insects and other invertebrates in humid habitats. Their colors can warn predators, while some less conspicuous species rely more on concealment. Parental care varies, with adults of some species carrying tadpoles to small water-filled sites. The common name covers a group rather than one uniformly poisonous frog.