![]() ![]() All stages of an amphibian’s life need a moist outer layer to help with gas exchange or breathing. The egg, tadpole and adult frog or toad all require moisture. In fact, the name amphibian means “both life.” This close connection to the water is required for survival. If it is dry and scaly, then it is a reptile.Īmphibians, such as frogs, spend part of their life in the water and part of their life on land. If the animal’s skin is moist and smooth, then it is an amphibian. Ask youth to consider skin characteristics of each animal and describe it. ![]() Provide a reptile and amphibian for comparison or ask youth to think about a common amphibian, like a frog, and a common reptile, like a snake or turtle. You can help youth understand the difference with some simple thought provoking questions. Many youth are confused about the difference between reptiles and amphibians. Snakes get a bad rap as these not so slimy reptiles are often given characteristics common to amphibians.
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