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Which is the world's deadliest frog and how poisonous is it
The world's deadliest frog is the Golden Poison Frog, also known as Phyllobates terribilis. This tiny but potent creature is found in the rainforests of Colombia and is considered the most poisonous animal on the planet.
Just How Poisonous is it?
The Golden Poison Frog contains enough batrachotoxin to kill 10 to 20 humans or up to two African bull elephants. To put that into perspective, its poison is so potent that even touching it can be deadly.
What Makes it So Toxic?
The frog's skin glands produce deadly alkaloid batrachotoxins, which are used as a defense mechanism against predators. These toxins affect the sodium channels of nerve cells, leading to paralysis, heart fibrillation, and ultimately, death.
Interesting Facts
Habitat: Golden Poison Frogs live in humid forests of the Pacific coast of Colombia.
Diet: They feed on small insects and other invertebrates.