Care Sheet - Golden Striped Arrowfrog

Scientific namePhyllobates vittatusCites statusCites Appendix II, obligation to keep records and to register!HabitatPacific coast of Costa Rica to Panama This arrowfrog is a typical inhabitant of the ground leaf litter of the lowland rainforests.SizeFemale up to 30 mm, male a little bit smallerLife ExpectancyCirca 5 yearsReproductionA clutch consist of 8-15 even up to 25 eggs which are laid in the centre of bromeliads After 15-20 days the male carries the tadpoles to a larger volume of water.Temperature20-28°C, heat can be generated by using a heatmat and the use of Thermostat is advisable.Humidity80-100%. The use of The Exo Terra Monsoon RS400 or Super Fog, which can be controlled with Humidity Control or Pro Timer.LightingAs basic lighting are Repti Glo 2 is. Breeders have had good experiences with UV metal halide lamps like Bright Sun Jungle.SubstrateAbsorbent substrate like Jungle Bedding, forest bark with moss in combination with Hydro Drain and Hydro Fleece.Cage Furniture

Roomy Terarrium with lots of hiding places and branches. Additional textured backgrounds and side walls can be used. Especially Xaxim it is an excellent solution. Planting is possible e.g., Focus benjamina, F. pumila or Bromeliads. A flat water bowl should be part of the setup.Terrarium SizeAt least 40x40 cm, height is not that important, because this animal lives primarily on the ground.FoodInsects e.g. drosophila, small/micro crickets, springtails. The regular addition of Vitamins and Calcium should be added to the food.CommentsNice species for beginners

John Gamesby.