Blue Foot Leucomelas Dart Frog | Dendrobates leucomelas

The Blue Foot Leucomelas Dart Frog combines yellow-green bands, glossy black markings and blue-green feet. This day-active frog makes an engaging display animal in a well-planted tropical vivarium. Origin The Blue Foot form is associated with the Cerro Autana region of Venezuela. Keep locality forms separate. Temperature & Humidity Aim for 22–25°C with a modest night drop and humidity around 80–100%. Provide drainage and ventilation; avoid overheating and waterlogged substrate. Monitor conditions with digital gauges. Enclosure Provide at least 60 × 45 × 45 cm for an adult pair or small compatible group, increasing space as needed. Include dense plants, leaf litter, hides and only shallow accessible water. Diet Offer flightless fruit flies and other suitable tiny live invertebrates, dusted with amphibian calcium and vitamin supplements according to their instructions. Maintain reliable feeder cultures. Handling & Temperament A display amphibian: avoid routine handling. Monitor each frog for feeding and signs of bullying; separate incompatible individuals. Lifespan & Care Plan for a commitment of around 10 years or longer. Check moisture, temperature and appetite daily. Use amphibian-safe water and remove waste promptly. Breeding Specialist planning is needed for eggs and aquatic tadpoles. Do not mix species or locality forms. Click & Collect only: Order online and wait for confirmation before collecting from Newlands, Clondalkin, Dublin 22. We do not ship live animals.