I WONDER - Where Do Amphibians Live?

Amphibians can breathe both water and air at different stages of their life cycle. Frogs, for example, are born in water as tadpoles, resembling fish. As they mature, they develop legs and can live both in water and on land. The term 'amphibian' is derived from Greek words meaning 'both lives', indicating their dual habitat.

What unique ability do amphibians have regarding their breathing?

• They can breathe only on land.

• They can breathe both in water and on land.

• They can breathe only in water.

• They cannot breathe at all.

What are baby frogs called when they are born?

• Fry

• Tadpoles

• Larvae

• Puppies

How do tadpoles differ from adult amphibians?

• They have wings.

• They have fur.

• They look more like fish.

• They live on land.

What transformation do tadpoles undergo as they mature?

• They grow wings.

• They develop scales.

• They grow legs.

• They lose their tails.

What does the word 'amphibian' signify about their habitat?

• They live in the air.

• They live in both water and on land.

• They live only on land.

• They live only in water.