Allobates insperatus (Morales, 2002)

Taxonomic Classification

This species is scientifically classified as Allobates insperatus (Morales, 2002), originally described by Morales, V. R. (2002) in the Spanish-language publication "Sistematica y biogeografía del grupo trilineatus (Amphibia, Anura, Dendrobatidae, Colostethus), con descripción de once nuevas especies", published in Publicaciones de la Asociación de Amigos de Doñana 13: 1–59.

Adult Size

Adult males of this frog measure approximately 16.02 millimeters (0.631 inches) in snout-vent length, while adult females measure approximately 16.25 millimeters (0.640 inches).

Dorsal Skin Markings

The dorsal skin is brown, featuring a light brown ventrolateral stripe and a dark brown dorsolinear stripe.

Ventrum and Throat Coloration

The ventrum may be cream or yellow-white, and the throat may be cream-yellow or light gray.

Microhabitat Hiding Spots

This frog has been observed hiding near tree roots, among palm leaves, and on leaf litter.

Forest Habitat Type

It inhabits both primary and secondary forest.

Stream Dependence

Unlike many of its closely related species, it does not require habitat near streams.

Elevation Range

It has been recorded at elevations between 250 and 570 meters above sea level.

Protected Area Occurrence

It has been observed within Güeppi-Sekime National Park, and its known range overlaps with several other protected areas: Parque Nacional Cuyabeno, Parque Nacional Yasuní, and Parque Nacional Sumaco Napo-Galeras.

Reproductive Stream Dependence

This species does not need to live near streams to reproduce.

Tadpole Aquatic Habitats

Its tadpoles have been observed swimming in streams, as well as in water that collects in fallen palm plants, fallen bamboo plants, and small pools.