Blue Azur Dart Frog

The Blue Azureus Dart Frog is a 'Dyeing Dart frog' that can be found in North-Western regions of South America where they inhabit mossy forest floors and leaf litter. A terrestrial species, they are quite capable climbers, though the same cant be said for their swimming skills. The Blue Azureus is blue in colour, with lighter shades on the body and darker shades on the legs. They are also spotted with dark blue-black spots on their backs. 

Being amphibious, this species should not be handled due to their extremely sensitive skin which can easily be damaged. Despite being poison dart frogs, their captive lives and diet mean that they no longer possess the ability to secrete strong toxins that can harm or kill potential predators.

Diet
These Frogs are insectivores and will only feed on feeder insects such as tiny crickets, spring tails, and fruit flies. Gut loading in conjunction with dusting with good quality calcium, D3 and multivitamin supplements in an alternating cycle will mean the frogs receive all the required nutrients from the live food. Vitamin A is also vital to frogs specifically and plays a big part in vision, skin health and tissue growth - essential for an amphibian which can be prone to neurological issues.

Profile:
Scientific name - Dendrobates tinctorius azureus
Habitat - Forest floors of North-Western South America, among leaf litter, mosses, tree hollows and foliage. Terrestrial living though some semi-arboreal habits.
Required Enclosure Size - 60 x 45 x 45cm
UV Lighting - UVI 1-2 (7% ShadeDweller- 25-40cm away)
Expected Lifespan - 7 - 10 years
Temperature Gradient - 15°C - 24°C
Humidity Levels - 70% - 80%
Feeding - Insectivore - live food such as tiny crickets, fruit flies and springtails.
Handling - Amphibious species have extremely sensitive skin, Contact with ours causes damage and discomfort. Minimal contact.