Amphibians have smooth, moist skin without any hair. They can have four legs or no legs at all. You will often find amphibians in garden ponds and lakes where the water is still but they can also ...

Amphibians are small vertebrates that need water, or a moist environment, to survive. The species in this group include frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts. All can breathe and absorb water ...

Unlike amphibians, reptiles breathe only through their lungs and have dry, scaly skin that prevents them from drying out. Amphibians and reptiles are together called herpetofauna, or “herps” for short ...

Amphibians and reptiles are amazing creatures with clever adaptations that have allowed them to brave the millennia. Consider the Coachella Valley fringe-toed lizard's scaly hind toes, which resemble ...

Many people don’t realize that many amphibians are carnivores or at the very least insectivores. These animals hunt for food and consume their prey. This can present some challenges for owners ...