Understanding Amphibians

Amphibians are animals that can live on land and in water, characterized by smooth, moist skin and the ability to breathe through their skin. They include frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts. Amphibians lay eggs in water and undergo metamorphosis from water-breathing larvae to air-breathing adults. They play a crucial role in ecosystems as both predators and prey.

Which characteristic is common among all amphibians?

• They live only in water.

• They can fly.

• They have scaly skin.

• They have smooth, moist skin.

What is a unique feature of amphibians' life cycle?

• They are born as adults.

• They undergo metamorphosis.

• They lay eggs on land.

• They do not change form.

Which of the following is NOT an example of an amphibian?

• Frog

• Toad

• Salamander

• Lizard

Where do amphibians typically lay their eggs?

• In water

• In nests

• In trees

• On land

How do amphibians contribute to ecosystems?

• They are only predators.

• They are only prey.

• They serve as both predators and prey.

• They do not have a role in ecosystems.