Handling and Aggression

Recommended Vivarium Size: A 10 gallon aquarium is suitable for 1-2 Phyllobates vittatus, but Josh's Frogs recommends a 20H or 24x18x18 Vivarium for 2-4 frogs. A good rule of thumb is 5-10 gallons of space per dart frog in the habitat. Not sure how to set up a vivarium? Be very cautious when moving as these frogs are very fast and can leap great distances.

Temperature: They can tolerate a temperature range of 65 F to 80 F, but prefer temperatures in the low to mid 70s. Temperatures over 80F are dangerous. Poison Dart Frogs of the genus Phyllobates are notoriously sensitive to warmer temperatures.

Humidity: Like most poison dart frogs, vittatus prefer a humidity range of 70 – 100%, but can tolerate humidity down to 50% for short periods of time if the frogs have access to water. Low humidity levels, especially without access to water, can quickly be fatal. In the wild Phyllobates vittatus is often found near small streams, and takes advantage of humid microclimes.

Size: Adult female vittatus are larger, measuring in at approximately 1.25 inches. Male vittatus tend to be a bit smaller, averaging about 1 inch at maturity. Size is not always a good indication of sex, however - even when dealing with frogs that are several years old! All of the Phyllobates vittatus froglets Josh's Frogs sells are well started juveniles, and measure approximately 5/8” long.

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