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 ...

While some frogs call the great outdoors on six continents (excluding Antarctica) home, others are domesticated, kept as pets ...

The nearly 41% of endangered amphibian species compares with 27% of mammals, 21% of reptiles and 13% of birds, the study said. "Amphibians are the world's most threatened animals," Duke University ...

Amphibians are increasingly vulnerable to global warming, according to new research. Scientists will be able to better identify what amphibian species and habitats will be most impacted by climate ...