amphibians

NOUN

cold-blooded vertebrate

Synonyms

STRONGEST

frog salamander toad

STRONG

caecilian caudate hyla newt

Example Sentences

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"These amphibians need care and attention for their entire lives, which can be 15 years," it added.

From BBC • Apr. 26, 2026

While this approach still works for many amphibians today, it limits activity levels.

From Science Daily • Apr. 23, 2026

Members of Wrexham Toad Patrols ensure the amphibians cross a busy road to reach the Nant-y-Ffrith reservoir each year.

From BBC • Apr. 19, 2026

With long, slender legs and a lightweight frame, it likely moved quickly through vegetation, hunting small reptiles, amphibians, and early mammals.

From Science Daily • Mar. 21, 2026

Congress because it killed millions of birds, fish, and amphibians after World War II, the insecticide called DDT was still being used in South America.

From "Frightful's Mountain" by Jean Craighead George