Epipedobates anthonyi “Santa Isabel”

Epipedobates anthonyi "Santa Isabel"

The “Santa Isabel” locale of Epipedobates anthonyi, commonly known as the Phantasmal Poison Dart Frog, is a highly active and visually striking species displaying cream or pale yellow striping over bronze-brown coloration.

These frogs are well regarded for their bold daytime activity, calling behavior, and hardiness in properly maintained tropical vivariums.

Captive bred Poison Dart Frogs are non-toxic in captivity.

Feeding

Diet may include:

• Melanogaster fruit flies
• Hydei fruit flies
• Springtails
• Bean beetles
• Small tropical feeder insects

Enclosure Setup Recommendations

• Recommended enclosure size: 12x12x18 minimum for pairs or groups
• Maintain humidity between 70-90%
• Daytime temperatures: 22-26°C
• Use bioactive substrate with drainage layer
• Include leaf litter, moss, cork bark, and live tropical plants
• Provide shaded hiding spaces and climbing structures
• Moderate ventilation recommended
• Use dechlorinated or reverse osmosis water only

Temperament

Active and highly visible daytime dart frogs that do well in established planted vivariums.

Important Information

• Captive bred
• Local pickup preferred
• Enclosure should be fully established before purchase