Allobates niputidea
species of amphibian
Allobates niputidea is a frog in the family Aromobatidae. It is endemic to Colombia.
Habitat
This diurnal frog lives in forests where the trees do not exceed 20 meters in height. These frogs have been observed no more than 9 meters from permanent streams in these forests, always between 50 and 970 meters above sea level. This frog does not tolerate habitat disturbance well.
Scientists have seen the frog in some protected areas: Embalse Topocoro private reserve from ISAGEN, Pauxi Pauxi ProAves Reserve, and Cabildo Verde Reserve.
Reproduction
The adult male perches on the leaf litter and calls to the female frogs. The frog reproduces through larval development, with a free-swimming tadpole stage. Young frogs have been observed near pools of water.
Threats
The IUCN classifies this frog as least concern of extinction.
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