amphibians Flashcards
tetrapod
four-limbed vertebrates
metamorphosis
process of transformation from a juvenile to an adult amphibian.
frogs
carnivorous group of short-bodied, tailless amphibians.
toads
any amphibian of dry, leathery skin with short legs
newts
aquatic amphibian of the Salamandridae
salamanders
lizard-like appearance with slender bodies and short snouts
Caecilians
amphibians that resemble snakes or earthworms
American Toad
Common species of toad that is found thoughout eastern United States and Canada.
Blue-Spotted Salamander
A mole salamander native to the Great Lakes region and Northeastern US.
Bullfrog
Large, agressive frogs
Canadian Toad
Species that ranges from the prairies of Canada and to the Midwest of United States.
Cope’s Gray Treefrog
Almost indistinguishable to the grey treefrog.
Eastern Newt
Common Newt of the eastern United States.
Eastern Red-Backed Salamander
small wood salamander
Four-Toed Salamander