{"product_id":"adelphobates-galactonotus-blue","title":"Adelphobates 'Galactonotus Blue'","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"159\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"119\" data-end=\"157\"\u003eOther Names (How it Got Its Names)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"593\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"160\" data-end=\"243\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"162\" data-end=\"243\"\u003eCommonly called the \u003cem data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"217\"\u003eBlue Splash-Back Poison Dart Frog\u003c\/em\u003e or \u003cem data-start=\"221\" data-end=\"240\"\u003eBlue Galactonotus\u003c\/em\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"244\" data-end=\"406\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"246\" data-end=\"406\"\u003eThe genus name \u003cem data-start=\"261\" data-end=\"275\"\u003eAdelphobates\u003c\/em\u003e comes from Greek roots meaning “brother frog,” referencing its close relation to other \u003cem data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"376\"\u003eDendrobates\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"381\" data-end=\"395\"\u003eAdelphobates\u003c\/em\u003e species.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"407\" data-end=\"593\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"409\" data-end=\"593\"\u003e“Galactonotus” translates roughly to “milky-backed,” due to the lighter dorsal coloring seen in wild-type forms. The “Blue” morph refers to the striking blue tones bred in captivity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"616\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"595\" data-end=\"614\"\u003eCharacteristics\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"860\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"617\" data-end=\"696\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"619\" data-end=\"696\"\u003eBold, vibrant coloration with deep blue or turquoise tones across the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"697\" data-end=\"740\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"740\"\u003eSmooth skin texture, slender body type.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"741\" data-end=\"803\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"743\" data-end=\"803\"\u003eDiurnal (active during the day) and highly visual hunters.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"804\" data-end=\"860\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"806\" data-end=\"860\"\u003eCaptive-bred morph — not commonly found in the wild.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"893\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"862\" data-end=\"891\"\u003eRecommended Vivarium Size\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"894\" data-end=\"951\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"896\" data-end=\"951\"\u003eMinimum: 18” x 18” x 18” (20-gallon tall) for a pair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"952\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"954\" data-end=\"1069\"\u003eIdeal: 36” x 18” x 18” (40-gallon breeder or larger) for groups, allowing vertical and horizontal climbing space.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1070\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1072\" data-end=\"1130\"\u003eMust include live plants, leaf litter, and hiding spots.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1149\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1147\"\u003eTemperature\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1150\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1181\"\u003eDaytime: 72–78°F (22–25°C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1182\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1184\" data-end=\"1215\"\u003eNighttime: 68–72°F (20–22°C).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1216\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1218\" data-end=\"1291\"\u003eAvoid prolonged exposure above 80°F, as this can cause stress or death.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1307\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1293\" data-end=\"1305\"\u003eHumidity\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul 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data-end=\"1560\"\u003eLife Span\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1563\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1565\" data-end=\"1608\"\u003e8–12 years in captivity with proper care.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1623\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1610\" data-end=\"1621\"\u003eFeeding\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1624\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1626\" data-end=\"1708\"\u003ePrimary diet: flightless fruit flies (\u003cem data-start=\"1664\" data-end=\"1689\"\u003eDrosophila melanogaster\u003c\/em\u003e and \u003cem data-start=\"1694\" data-end=\"1704\"\u003eD. hydei\u003c\/em\u003e).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1709\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1711\" data-end=\"1784\"\u003eSupplement with springtails, isopods, and pinhead crickets for variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1785\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1787\" data-end=\"1852\"\u003eDust feeders with calcium and multivitamins 2–3 times per week.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1873\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1854\" data-end=\"1871\"\u003eColor\/Pattern\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1874\" data-end=\"1975\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1876\" data-end=\"1975\"\u003eThis morph shows striking shades of blue, often with darker marbling or spotting across the body.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1976\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1978\" data-end=\"2105\"\u003eUnlike wild \u003cem data-start=\"1990\" data-end=\"2004\"\u003egalactonotus\u003c\/em\u003e which can be orange, yellow, or red, the blue morph is selectively bred for its unique coloration.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2128\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2107\" data-end=\"2126\"\u003eSocial Behavior\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2129\" data-end=\"2196\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2196\"\u003eGenerally best kept in pairs or small groups of the same morph.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2197\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2199\" data-end=\"2261\"\u003eCan be territorial, especially males during breeding season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2262\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2264\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003eProvide ample space and visual barriers to reduce aggression.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2355\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2353\"\u003eHow to Determine Sex\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2356\" data-end=\"2553\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2356\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2358\" data-end=\"2481\"\u003eMales: usually smaller, slimmer, and develop visible toe pads for calling. They also emit soft trills or buzz-like calls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2482\" data-end=\"2553\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2484\" data-end=\"2553\"\u003eFemales: larger, rounder body shape, especially when carrying eggs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2573\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2571\"\u003eHow to Breed\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"2574\" data-end=\"2970\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2574\" data-end=\"2649\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2576\" data-end=\"2649\"\u003eCondition frogs with abundant food and stable environmental conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2650\" data-end=\"2738\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2652\" data-end=\"2738\"\u003eProvide a horizontal laying surface (film canisters, petri dishes, or broad leaves).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2739\" data-end=\"2778\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2741\" data-end=\"2778\"\u003eMales will call to attract females.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2779\" data-end=\"2880\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2781\" data-end=\"2880\"\u003eEggs are deposited on smooth, moist surfaces and typically hatch into tadpoles within 10–14 days.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2881\" data-end=\"2970\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2883\" data-end=\"2970\"\u003eTadpoles must be removed and raised separately in aquatic setups until metamorphosis.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"My Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":51858486329649,"sku":"Frog35","price":249.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0945\/2332\/6769\/files\/AdelphobatesgalactonotusBlue-01.jpg?v=1758397241","url":"https:\/\/finnsfrogfarm.com\/products\/adelphobates-galactonotus-blue","provider":"Finn's Frog Farm","version":"1.0","type":"link"}