The word “amphibian” comes from the Greek words amphi, meaning “dual” or “both kinds,” and bio, meaning “life” — named as a reflection of their dual existence in water and on land. Starting as eggs encased in protective jelly, most amphibians slowly grow into fish-like larvae, breathing through gills and swimming with long tails. As they mature, legs sprout, lungs form, and the gills and tails disappear, allowing them to step into their life on land. Amphibians are vital indicators of ecosystem