Description
The Bumblebee Dart Frog (Dendrobates leucomelas) is a bold and eye-catching species recognized for its bright yellow coloration contrasted with thick black banding. Native to the tropical regions of northern South America, this species thrives in humid forest environments and is known for being hardy and adaptable in captivity. Unlike many dart frogs, D. leucomelas tolerates slightly wider temperature ranges and is often recommended for beginners. Captive-bred individuals are non-toxic and display active, curious behavior, making them a popular choice for well-planted terrarium setups.
Care Notes
The Bumblebee Dart Frog is one of the easiest dart frogs to care for, making it perfect for beginners. It thrives in a humid, planted terrarium with temperatures between 70–78°F and plenty of hiding spots like leaf litter and cork bark. These active, daytime frogs do best with regular misting and a steady diet of small live insects such as fruit flies. Hardy and adaptable, D. leucomelas is forgiving of minor mistakes while still delivering bold color and constant activity in the enclosure. Temp: 70–78°F Humidity: 70–90% Environment: Planted tropical terrarium with leaf litter, high humidity, and moderate airflow
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Bumblebee Dart Frog
$45.00
Selected age: Floglet
Age Availability
- FlogletAvailable 5 / Pending 0 / Total 5
- JuvenileAvailable 5 / Pending 0 / Total 5
- AdultAvailable 5 / Pending 0 / Total 5
Available 15 / Pending 0 / Total 15
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- Scientific Name
- Dendrobates leucomelas
- Morph
- Tropical rainforest
- Locality
- Captive bred
- Habitat
- Not specified
- Sex
- UNSEXED
- Age / Size
- Floglet
- Care Level
- Beginner
- Shipping Eligible
- Yes
- Live Arrival Eligible
- Yes
