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Frogs are amphibians in the order Anura, formerly referred
to as Salientia. Most frogs are characterized by long hind
legs, a short body, webbed digits (fingers or toes), protruding
eyes and the absence of a tail. Frogs are widely known as
exceptional jumpers, and many of the anatomical characteristics
of frogs, particularly their long, powerful legs, are adaptations
to improve jumping performance. Due to their permeable skin,
frogs are often semi-aquatic or inhabit humid areas, but move
easily on land. They typically lay their eggs in puddles,
ponds or lakes, and their larvae, called tadpoles, have gills
and develop in water. Adult frogs follow a carnivorous diet,
mostly of arthropods, annelids and gastropods. Frogs are most
noticeable by their call, which can be widely heard during
the night or day, mainly in their mating season.
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