Golden Poison Frog
Phyllobates terribilis
Explore the complete life journey from birth to maximum documented longevity. Move the interactive age slider below to see real-time biometric growth ranges, developmental milestones, metabolic changes, and ontogenetic stages.
Interactive Lifespan & Growth Scrubber
Drag the slider or click any milestone step to observe dynamic biometrics and physiological changes.
Algae/detritus as tadpoles.
Dependent early stage (metallic yellow).
Taxon-Specific Life Stage Machine
How Golden Poison Frog progresses through distinct morphological phases.
Egg
Clutch tended; then tadpoles transported.
- •Gelatinous eggs
Tadpole
Aquatic larva; tadpole transport.
- •Gills
- •Tail
Froglet
Limbs emerge; metallic yellow appears.
- •Tail resorption
- •Lungs
Adult
Aposematic adult with batrachotoxins.
- •Skin glands
- •No tail
Growth Timeline Reference Matrix
Standardized peer-reviewed biometric development data.
| Age Milestone | Life Stage | Total Length Range | Body Mass Range | Maturity | Dietary Regime |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 🐸Birth / Hatch / Day 0 | Young | 3–5 mm | 0.1–0.2 g | 0% | Algae/detritus as tadpoles. |
| 🐸Early growth | Young | 3.1–5 mm | 0.448–0.776 g | 12% | Tiny ants/mites as juveniles. |
| 🐸Mid juvenile | Juvenile | 3.4–5 mm | 1.1–1.9 g | 35% | Alkaloid-bearing ants/mites. |
| 🐸Late juvenile | Juvenile | 3.6–5 mm | 1.8–3.1 g | 60% | Alkaloid-bearing ants/mites. |
| 🐸Near maturity | Adult | 3.9–5 mm | 2.6–4.3 g | 85% | Alkaloid-bearing ants/mites. |
| 👑Prime adult | Prime Adult | 4–5 mm | 2.9–4.9 g | 98% | Alkaloid-bearing ants/mites. |
| 👑Later adult | Elder | 4–5 mm | 3–5 g | 100% | Alkaloid-bearing ants/mites. |
Key Milestones in the Life of a Golden Poison Frog
Golden Poison Frog Early Independence Skills
Critical early learning period unique to golden poison frog ecology.
Peak Growth Window
Tadpole to froglet is when size accumulates fastest.
Sexual Maturity
Typical maturity near 1 years for this species.
Adult Niche Mastery
Adults specialize in metallic yellow.
Diet Transition
Tiny ants/mites as juveniles.
Frequently Asked Questions About Golden Poison Frog Life History
Scientific answers to high-intent queries regarding lifespan and growth.
