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Mimic Poison Frog

(Ranitomeya imitator)

At the Detroit Zoo, mimic poison frogs share a habitat with other species of poison frogs. These frogs are native to the rainforests of northern and northeastern Peru. They are skilled climbers, highly active and known to make high-pitched vocalizations.

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Quick Facts

Habitat: National Amphibian Conservation Center

Class: Amphibians

Conservation Status: Least concern

Size: 1.3 centimeters

Weight: 1.25 grams

Median life expectancy: 8 to 12 years

Diet: Insects such as flies and beetles