he rain forests of South America are home to the brightly colored Dyeing Dart Frog.

These little amphibians reach only about 2” in length, and use their vibrant colors to warn predators to stay away! The male keeps the eggs safe until they hatch, usually within 12-14 days, then carries the baby tadpoles to a body of water, where they will grow into frogs. Each frog has it own unique color and pattern, with females growing larger than males. The highly toxic poison in their skin comes from their diet in the wild of insects, particularly ants, termites and spiders, which leaves very few natural predators.

Over collection of the pet trade, deforestation and disease threaten many amphibians across the globe today.

24K Gold Enamel - 1" Dia x 1" H

By Grant Dawson Collections.