How difficult is it to keep Mimic Poison Frog?

Intermediate. This is an intermediate-level species. Some prior experience and knowledge of environmental management are recommended.

What is the ideal temperature for Mimic Poison Frog?

The ideal temperature for Mimic Poison Frog is 21〜27℃. Recommended humidity is 80〜100%. Avoid sudden temperature changes and maintain a stable environment.

What is the lifespan of Mimic Poison Frog?

The average lifespan of Mimic Poison Frog is Poison frogs are said to live 10-15 years in captivity. With proper care and nutrition, they can live a long and healthy life.

What should I feed Mimic Poison Frog?

Mimic Poison Frog feeds on: Carnivore (springtails, fruit flies and other tiny insects). Aim for a balanced diet with appropriate feeding frequency.

What is the typical price for Mimic Poison Frog?

The price of Mimic Poison Frog varies significantly depending on morph, size, and lineage. Check our market price page for the latest pricing information.

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Mimic Poison Frog

Intermediate

Ranitomeya imitator

A small poison frog famous for mimicking the colors of other poison frogs living nearby. It is also notable for monogamy and biparental care.

Difficulty

Intermediate

Temperature

21〜27℃

Lifespan

Poison frogs are said to live 10-15 years in captivity

Size

A small poison frog (few published body-size data)

Humidity

80〜100%

Diet

Carnivore (springtails, fruit flies and other tiny insects)

About

The mimic poison frog is a Ranitomeya poison frog from north-central eastern Peru, including the lower Huallaga River drainage, where it lives in primary and old secondary forest between 200 and 1,200 m. Described by Rainer Schulte in the late 1980s, it occurs in four color morphs that resemble sympatric species: the striped morph mimics lowland R. variabilis, the spotted morph mimics highland R. variabilis, the banded morph mimics R. summersi and the Varadero morph resembles R. fantastica. It is diurnal, with activity peaks early and late in the day. Males are territorial and usually base themselves on a single plant. Unlike R. variabilis, it is monogamous and both parents care for the young, which is one way to tell the two apart. It eats ants, mites, springtails and other small invertebrates. Captive frogs are considered non-toxic because of their diet. In Japan, captive-bred frogs labeled with locality names such as Chazuta are sold in specialist shops.

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Lifespan of the Mimic Poison Frog

The Mimic Poison Frog lives Poison frogs are said to live 10-15 years in captivity.

Temperature & humidity for the Mimic Poison Frog

The ideal temperature for the Mimic Poison Frog is 21〜27℃. Ideal humidity is 80〜100%.

Basic Info

Origin

North-central Peru (Huallaga River drainage and nearby, 200-1,200 m)

Lifespan

Poison frogs are said to live 10-15 years in captivity

Size

References & Sources

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The taxonomic, regulatory, and husbandry data on this page are compiled and verified against the authoritative primary sources below.

Primary sources

Taxonomy & Authority

Accepted name: Ranitomeya imitator (Schulte, 1986)

Synonyms: Dendrobates imitator Schulte, 1986, Dendrobates imitator intermedius Schulte, 1999, Dendrobates imitator yurimaguensis Schulte, 1999, Ranitomeya intermedia (Schulte, 1999)

Authority databases: GBIF · GBIF: Ranitomeya imitator · Wikipedia: Mimic poison frog

Nomenclature follows global taxonomic authority databases.

Regulations & Conservation Status

CITES Appendix II

Listed in CITES Appendix II. International trade requires an export permit from the country of origin, but no registration is needed to keep or transfer the animal within Japan. The whole genus Ranitomeya is listed (since 1987, formerly under Dendrobates). Under the Invasive Alien Species Act, imported frog larvae (tadpoles) must be accompanied by a species identification certificate; keeping or transferring adults within Japan is not restricted. Amphibians can carry infectious diseases such as chytridiomycosis, so never release captive animals or pour tank water into the wild.

Sources: Species+ (CITES): Ranitomeya imitator

Regulations may change. Always verify the latest information with the relevant authorities.