Amphibians

The tree frog is a small, agile amphibian best known for its climbing ability and vocal nighttime habits. These frogs are typically found in warm, moist environments across the central and southeastern United States, though they can thrive in many habitats with a nearby water source.

By Nico Avelle

The Pacman frog, also known as the South American horned frog, is one of the most popular amphibians in the pet world—and for good reason.

By Nico Avelle

If you're out during a desert rainstorm and hear something that sounds like a squeaky toy, don't panic. You might be hearing the rain frog—a tiny, burrowing amphibian that spends most of its life hidden underground.

By Nico Avelle

Axolotls aren't just adorable; they're a marvel of biology and genetics. The different types of axolotl morphs showcase a range of stunning colors, patterns and genetic traits. From golden to glowing, here's a look at some of the most eye-catching axolotl morphs.

By Nico Avelle

Axolotl colors can be a little misleading; what you see online is wildly different from what exists in, well, the wild.

By Nico Avelle

Axolotl life expectancy might not sound like a burning topic, but once you learn what these amphibians can do, you’ll be hooked.

By Nico Avelle

Despite their charm and regenerative powers, axolotls face many threats in the wild.

By Nico Avelle

You might think frogs are small, croaky critters, but the biggest frog in the world could surprise you. Some amphibians grow to sizes that rival house pets. In this list, we're leaping into the world of giant frogs, examining the species that top the charts in length and weight.

By Nico Avelle

If you've ever seen a frog with skin so see-through you can spot its organs, you’ve stumbled into the world of the glass frog. Found mostly in Central and South America, these wild little amphibians belong to the family Centrolenidae. The glass frog's transparent skin makes it a marvel of evolution, not one of your average tree frogs.

By Nico Avelle

You can find these amphibians are found all over the world, from tropical rainforests to backyard ponds. But what do frogs eat?

By Mack Hayden

Let's talk about one of the most dazzling — and dangerous — creatures in the animal kingdom: the golden poison dart frog. These tiny amphibians have incredibly toxic skin, and it packs a serious punch.

By Mack Hayden

Being able to spot a toad vs. frog comes down to understanding their respective habitats. One amphibian is much more adapted to aquatic life.

By Marie Look

These two amphibians look similar and are often confused for each other. So how many traits do they share?

By Mark Mancini

Vomiting is nature's clearly preferred method for cleaning out the contents of the stomach. But not all animals can do it.

By Loraine Fick

Meet the cane toad! View pictures, watch video, read facts, explore interactives and more.

Do toads cause warts? The wart-like bumps protruding from their backs may give some that impression, but nothing could be further from the truth.

By Josh Clark

If a salamander gets in a scrape, it can drop its tail, scurry off and return to business as usual. What if we could do that? Scientists are using the salamander as a blueprint for human genome research to reveal how to regenerate human limbs.

By Cristen Conger

What would happen if a fairytale princess licked a toad instead of kissing it in order to find her prince charming? Trippy hallucinations might await her instead of wedded bliss.

By Cristen Conger

Amphibians are a diverse and unique group of animals. In this collection of amphibian pictures, you'll find Amazon horned frogs is african tree frogs, caecilians, newts and more.

By Marie Bobel

Frogs have been around for about 200 million years. In that time, they've adapted to their changing surroundings to ensure their survival. How have they changed, and what's the difference between frogs and toads, anyway?

By Tracy V. Wilson