amphibian

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Worldwide, scientists have identified more than 9,000 amphibian species, and about 100 to 200 new ones are added each year, he said.

From Science Daily • Mar. 9, 2026

Venezuelensis had taken blood from both an amphibian and a human.

From Science Daily • Jan. 15, 2026

I met a married couple at a No Kings rally in Sacramento who were dressed up as dinosaurs, inspired by the Portland Frog, an activist who wears an inflatable amphibian suit.

From Los Angeles Times • Dec. 28, 2025

But the relative lack of rain this spring and summer could lead to lower insect and amphibian numbers next year since eggs may not be laid and wetland areas are drying up.

From BBC • Jul. 25, 2025

My heart, that amphibian, moving that moment between two elements: one, excitement; the other, fear.

From "Middlesex: A Novel" by Jeffrey Eugenides