Found in the rainforest and tributaries of Suriname in the Sipilawini Savanna and into Brazil, Azureus are a great beginner dart frog for someone new to the hobby, or just to add a nice pop of color for a display tank. This is one of the most common species of dart frogs kept in captivity and can reach a size of up to 2 inches.

These are a bold frog and tend to be terrestrial, but any frog will use the space it is provided. They have a quiet call and will readily breed if the conditions are right. Use a cocohut and petri dish for them to lay their eggs in and remove them to raise outside of the tank, or collect the tadpoles (however I find pulling the eggs is easier). These are best kept in a pair but groups can work if the tank is big enough.

Take care to watch for aggressive behavior in case any frogs need to be removed and house separately. This is also one of the easier frogs to sex as males have wide finger disks compared to the female and a more defined back structure. Females tend to be larger and have cleavage in the chest region. They can reach sexual maturity within 10-16 months and will lay eggs every 5-10 days with clutch sizes ranging from 3-10 eggs. Metamorphosis takes on average 100 days from tadpole to froglet. This species tends to enhoy a water feature and high humidity.

Humidity: 80-100%

Temperature 68-78°F, night time drops to 65°F are okay

Food: Melanogaster, Hydeii for adults, springtails and dwarf white isopods