Amphibian Species

noun a tailless amphibian with a short stout body and short legs, typically having dry warty skin that can exude poison

• The biologist conducted a study on the mating habits of the toad.
• I saw a cute little toad hopping around in the garden.
• That party was so boring, it was like watching a toad try to dance.
• His voice was so deep and croaky, it sounded like a toad.

noun a type of blind aquatic salamander found in caves in Europe and North America

• The olm is a species of aquatic salamander found in Europe.
• I saw an olm while exploring the caves.
• That olm is one weird-looking creature, dude.
• Her personality is as elusive as an olm in the dark caves.

noun a type of frog that is commonly found in misty environments

• The mistfrog is a rare species of frog found only in certain rainforest regions.
• I heard there's a mistfrog living in the pond behind the old barn.
• Check out that cool mistfrog hopping around near the creek!
• The mistfrog symbolizes the elusive nature of truth in the story.

noun a type of frog native to Africa, known for its clawed feet

• The African clawed frog, also known as Xenopus laevis, is a species of aquatic frog native to sub-Saharan Africa.
• I saw an African clawed frog in the pond while I was out for a walk.
• That African clawed frog is one cool dude, just chilling in the water all day.
• The African clawed frog's ability to adapt to different environments is like a superhero power.

noun African clawed toad - a species of aquatic frog found in Africa

• The African clawed toad, also known as Xenopus laevis, is a species of aquatic frog native to sub-Saharan Africa.
• I saw an African clawed toad in the pond while I was out on a hike.
• Check out that cool African clawed toad chilling by the water!
• Her quick reflexes were compared to that of an African clawed toad catching its prey.