# Bumblebee poison dart frog — care routine

Dendrobates leucomelas

## Before arrival

- [ ] Plan for audible calls, small live prey and summer cooling rather than assuming tropical means hot.
- [ ] Wildform proposes 60 × 45 × 60 cm or larger with leaf-litter floor space, secure climbing, foliage and drainage. Start with an assessed compatible grouping and a separation option.
- [ ] Run and record the completed habitat through daytime and overnight conditions before arrival.

## Routine checks

- [ ] Observe each frog feeding and check moisture and warmest enclosure temperature.

## Regular care and records

- [ ] Renew feeder cultures before older ones fail and review group condition.

## When to seek help

- [ ] Unexpected prolonged hiding needs comparison with feeding and condition records, rather than an assumption of seasonal dormancy.
- [ ] Arrange appropriate professional assessment for injury, sudden decline or repeated care problems.

## Sources

- Dendrobates leucomelas care (Josh’s Frogs): https://joshsfrogs.com/sp/dendrobates-leucomelas-captive-bred-bumblebee-dart-frog-dart021
- D. leucomelas Banded (Josh’s Frogs): https://joshsfrogs.com/sp/dendrobates-leucomelas-banded-dart066

Read the full care guide and the cautions for your animal: https://wildformexotics.co.uk/animals/bumblebee-dart-frog/