These freshwater divers hunt insects, crustaceans, and small fish, while avoiding predators by hiding among plants and sediments. Their ability to breathe through skin, slow their heart rate, and tolerate low oxygen levels allows them to thrive in environments where few vertebrates can. Amphibians play a crucial role in freshwater ecosystems, acting as both predators and indicators of environmental health.
Animals in this Category
The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 7000
The image shown is a representative illustration and does not depict every individual animal in this category.
Total number of species approx.: 700
