Defining Characteristics:
- Great Beginner Frog
- Bright Orange Coloration develops as Mantella ages
- Bold
- Easy to Keep
- Moderate Peeping Call
- Small
- Can be Kept in Groups
- Challenging to Breed
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Captive Bred to Support Conservation. Josh's Frogs donated $5 to Operation Mitsinjo for every mantella sold. This partnership helps directly conserve mantella populations in the wild.
Size: Adult golden mantellas are not very large, and there is a small size different between males and females. An adult male may reach about 1 inch, but most will be closer to 3/4 of an inch. A large female will be a bit larger and much bulkier (or 'pear shaped') than a male, and may measure up to 1.25”. All of the Mantella aurantiaca froglets Josh's Frogs sells are well started juveniles, and measure approximately .5 - .75” long.
Age: There is not any good data surrounding the average lifespan of golden mantellas, but wild caught animals have lived in captivity for over 5 years. We suspect this animal is easily capable for living into their teens. All golden Mantellas for sale at Josh's Frogs are well started juveniles, and are 2-3 months old. Keep in mind, at this age froglets will have very different color and patterns than they will as adults.
Color/Pattern: Adult golden mantellas are primarily orange, sometimes with a bit of yellow or red. Younger golden mantellas can range from yellow to brown to almost red, with a darker X pattern on their back. Juvenile Mantella aurantiaca will achieve adult coloration at 8-12 months of age.
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