Definitie & Betekenis van "amphibian"

Amphibian

ZELFSTANDIG NAAMWOORD

amfibie

any cold-blooded animal with the ability to live both on land and in water, such as toads, frogs, etc.

What is "amphibian"?

Amphibian refers to a group of cold-blooded vertebrates that spend part of their lives in water and part on land. They are characterized by their ability to absorb oxygen through their skin and are also known for their unique life cycle which includes a larval stage with gills and a metamorphosis to an adult stage with lungs. Amphibians include frogs, toads, salamanders, and newts, and are found all over the world except for Antarctica. They are an important part of many ecosystems, serving as both predators and prey, and their sensitive skin makes them useful for monitoring environmental changes. However, many species of amphibians are facing threats such as habitat destruction, pollution, and disease, and are in danger of extinction.

amfibievliegtuig

an airplane designed to take off and land on water

amfibie

a flat-bottomed motor vehicle that can travel on land or water

amphibian

BIJVOEGLIJK NAAMWOORD

amfibisch

relating to or characteristic of animals of the class Amphibia

Voorbeeld

Some amphibians, such as the African clawed frog, are commonly kept as pets in home aquariums.

Salamanders are amphibians that have a slender body and long tail, often found near freshwater habitats.

The frog is a well-known amphibian that lays its eggs in water and undergoes metamorphosis from tadpole to adult.

Newts are small, brightly colored amphibians that typically inhabit ponds and streams, where they breed and lay eggs.

Toads are amphibians similar to frogs but with dry, warty skin and shorter hind legs, adapted for hopping rather than leaping.

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