Found in Colombia, this exotic poisonous frog costs Rs 2 lakh

Many people in our society just dream about and crave luxurious goods. When it comes to exotic animals, some of them are quite valuable, with prices comparable to those of high-end vehicles and technology. One of the most expensive of them, selling for over Rs 65 lakh for a single specimen, is the stag beetle. However, the poison dart frog is a much smaller but no less expensive species that is gaining popularity on the market.

The poison dart frog is said to cost over Rs 2 lakh per frog and has a lethal secret hidden behind its colorful façade. The frog is one of the most deadly animals on Earth because, despite its small size, it can kill 10 humans at once with its venom.

The lethal venom of the poison dart frog is only one of its many alluring qualities. Another is its amazing look. These colorful frogs, which have stripes of black and yellow or vibrant green with orange dots, enchant animal lovers everywhere. Their vivid colors add to their worth, making them the second most valuable frogs in the world.

But its allure and attractiveness have an indirect impact on the murky realm of smuggling. These frogs are often smuggled from their native Colombia because to the enormous demand from families in Europe, America, and increasingly Asia. According to reports, the primary reason for their clandestine activity despite import and export prohibitions in several nations is their distinctive colors.

They are in demand for two different reasons. First of all, its venom is collected and used medicinally, acting as a strong component in a range of drugs. Rich people who want to display these stunning animals as exotic pets in their houses are also drawn to them because of their aesthetic appeal.

These frogs were formerly only seen in Western nations, but due to rising demand, sightings of them in Asian airports have occurred, indicating a worldwide trend in their appeal. The desire for poison dart frogs is fraught with dangers due to their toxicity and the consequences of their illicit trafficking, notwithstanding their aesthetic appeal.