Dendrobates Tinctorious

The Tinctorious group of dart frogs cover a vast area ranging from Central America to the northern parts of South America. DEndrobates Auratus, Leucomelas, Truncatus, Azureus, and Tinctorious are all distinct included in this group. They have always been popular to keep because of their bright complex color patterns, charismatic nature and their overall ease in care. Tinctorious' are a highly intelligent hardy species. It should be noted that they are the most competitive and territorial of all the larger dart frog species. As juveniles they can be housed communally, but as adults it is ideal to house them individually, as a sexed pair, or as an unknown-sex pair. Sexual maturity comes at 12+ months of age at which time female to female aggression could occur and become a matter of concern. Attempts to house Tinctorious' in groups can result in one or more of the frogs doing poorly. Clutches of 4-15 eggs are laid on a petri dish under a coconut hut or some other type of hide. Typical life expectancy is 7-15 years with a few living over 30! They require lots of floor space in their enclosure. A 10 gallon is the smallest recommended size for a sexed pair.

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Dendrobates Auratus 'Costa Rican Green and Black' (juvenile)

$

50.00    

 

 

Age- 3-6 months (captive bred)

Line: Tropical Jewels x Unknown

Dendrobates Auratus or Green and Black dart frog, are a classic dart frog species. They range throughout much of southern Central America, from Nicaragua to north western Columbia. These particular frogs are from Nicaragua. Auratus are an average sized member of the Tinctorious family. They are unique in that they can be kept in small groups throughout their entire life. At around 10 months of age they reach sexual maturity and will begin to breed freely. Their assortment of stunning color combinations, their ease in care, and overall general hardiness make them a very appealing dart frog species. Some morphs seem to be more shy than others, but these Costa Rican Green and Blacks are commonly seen hopping around the open areas of their enclosure and climbing up the front glass. A great dart frog for beginners.

Dendrobates Tinctorious 'Suriname Cobalt' (juvenile)

$

65.00    

 

 

Age: 3-5 months

Line: Darren Meyers

Dendrobates Tinctorious Suriname Cobalt or Dyeing Poison Frog, are from Suriname, a small country in South America. Their bold nature, bright colors, aggressive feeding habits, and prolific breeding make them one of the most sought after species in the hobby. They are one of the largest tinctorious morphs and are extremely bold making them fantastic display animals. Cobalts are a true beginner dart frog.

Dendrobates Tinctorious 'Azureus' (juveniles)

$

65.00    

 

 

Age: 3-4 months

Line: Darren Meyers x Unknown

Dendrobates Tinctorious Azureus or Dyeing Poison Frogs, are found in southern Suriname. This is one of the classic dart frog species. Their bold nature, endless appetite, and prolific breeding habits make them one of the most sought after species in the hobby. They are intelligent, friendly, and eager to eat at feeding time. The splashes of bright blue make this stunning animal an exceptional addition to any frog collection.

Dendrobates Tinctorious 'Oyapock' (adult breeding pair)

$

350.00    

 

 

Age: Adult breeding pair

Line: Darren Meyers

Dendrobates Tinctorious Oyapock are somewhat of a less common morph in the hobby and are distinguished as being a smaller Tinctorious morph. However, they are just as bold as their larger counterparts. Their vivid colors, complex patterns, and aggressive feeding habits make these an appealing species. Rearing Oyapocks' eggs and young froglets can be more precarious than other morphs so they are not considered to be a beginner frog.