POISON DART FROG

POISON DART FROG The poison dart frog lives in the rain forests of Central and South America in 72-80 degrees. Their bright colors warn predators about their toxins on their skin. The toxins come from insects the frogs eat, such as ants and termites, who eat poisonous plants. Each frog has enough poison to kill 20 humans. Due to climate change and habitat loss, the earth's rainforests are changing dramatically. As trees and plants are cut down, the temperature on the floor is rising and the insects will have to find new food sources, which may not be toxic. Without its poison, the dart frog will have to camouflage in order to survive. To remain cool, the frogs will spend more time in and by the water, and water sources are shrinking. In the future, a poison dart frog might just be another small green frog.