examples of amphibians [2]

There are about 4,000 species of amphibians divided into three main groups, depending on whether or not they have a tail and limbs.

common toad

Tailless nocturnal insectivorous amphibian usually found on land and not very adept at jumping; its body is covered with small outgrowths.

newt

Amphibian with a flat tail found mainly in freshwater and usually feeding on insects.

salamander

Nocturnal amphibian, mainly insectivorous, with a tail; there are land and aquatic species.

tree frog

Small tailless, usually insectivorous amphibian found mostly in trees near water; its digits are fitted with suction cups.

adhesive disk

Adhesive disk surrounded by a ring; it is located at the terminal end of the limbs and used for anchoring.