Golden Mantella
(Mantella Aurantiaca)
Golden Mantella are found in East-Central Madagascar, restricted to three areas around the town of Moromanga. They usually inhabit damp, swampy areas, often associated with Screw Pine Forests.
FUN FACTS
Animal Class: Amphibian.
Distribution: East-Central Madagascar.
Habitat: Wetlands or Primary and Secondary Forests.
Diet: Insectivorous. Eat a wide range of small invertebrates, including ants, fruit flies and termites.
Appearance: Orange / red in colour.
Size: Up to 1inch.
Lifespan: 6-10 years.
CONSERVATION STATUS
Critically Endangered.
Population Trend
Decreasing.
Threats
Habitat degradation and the pet trade.
Population
Unknown
Did you know?
A group of Mantella is called an Army.
See our Golden Mantella!
We have three Golden Mantella at Ponderosa Zoo and you can find them in the Reptile House.
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