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Ranitomeya ventrimaculata (Reticulated Poison Frog/’Vents’)

Care level: intermediate

Temperament: generally bold and active

Minimum Enclosure Size: approximately 12”x12”x18” (30x30x45cm) minimum for 1-3

Cohabitation: does well in singles, pairs or groups

Ideal Temp: 70-75°F (21-24°C)

Night Temp: 60-65°F (15.5-18°C)

Safe Temp Range: 60-85°F (15.5-29°C)

UVB: UVI zone 0.5-1/Ferguson zone 1 (e.g. Arcadia Shadedweller 7% at 18+” (45+cm) with no mesh or at 12+” (30+cm) over typical mesh)

Humidity: 80-100%

Diet: small invertebrate feeders such as fruit flies, small crickets, small roaches, rice flour beetles, bean beetles, etc.

Size: females up to .75” (2cm), males a bit smaller

Wild Distribution: undisturbed rainforests throughout central and eastern South America (Brazil, Colombia, Ecuador, French Guiana, Guyana, Peru, Suriname)

(care guide written with contributions by mandi#6740)


Other Resources:

Josh’s Frogs – Ranitomeya ventrimaculata Care

AmphibiaWeb – Ranitomeya ventrimaculata (information in Spanish, translate if needed)