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Mantella Frog
Mantella
The Mantella frog is a small, vividly colored amphibian native exclusively to Madagascar. These frogs are known for their bright, aposematic coloration, which warns predators of their toxicity—a trait similar to that of South American poison dart frogs. Mantella frogs inhabit mo…
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- Although Mantella frogs resemble poison dart frogs of South America, they are not closely related; their similarities are a striking example of convergent evolution.
- Mantella frogs are among the few amphibian genera with toxic skin secretions acquired from their diet. Their brilliant colors vary between species, ranging from electric green to orange, yellow, and blue.
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