Learn all about the amazing amphibians and spectacular species from all over the globe!
SPECIES SPOTLIGHT
AMPHIBIAN
FUN FACTS By Ann T. Chang, Brent Nguyen, John Cavagnaro, Michelle Koo, Rudolf von May, David Cannatella, and David B. Wake
Fun facts are a great way to spread awareness and educate others about amphibians. You can use these to get your neighbors, friends, and family excited about the awesomeness of amphibians! Common toad (Bufo bufo) tadpole found in Europe.
Adult Common toad (Bufo bufo) found in Europe. Amphibians can be found on every continent except one.... can you name that continent? Answer: Antarctica
WHAT ARE AMPHIBIANS? “Amphibian” comes from the Greek “amphi-” meaning “of both” or “double kinds” and “bios” meaning “life” or “living”, referring to the process of amphibians undergoing metamorphosis from an aquatic larval (immature or baby) form into a terrestrial (land based) adult. 4