Reptiles & Amphibians · Frequently seen with a guide
Poison dart frogs
Rana venenosa
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The strawberry poison dart frog ('blue jeans' frog) is common on the Caribbean side, while green-and-black species occur on the Pacific. Look and listen at ground level in damp forest, especially after rain.
Where to look
- Leaf litter
- Bromeliads
- Wet lowland forest
When
Most active and vocal in the wet months.
Watching it ethically
- Never handle frogs — their skin absorbs oils and chemicals from your hands.
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