This list includes 5 Amphibians that start with F, from “Fire salamander” to “Fowler’s toad”. They are mostly small frogs and salamanders linked to streams, ponds, and moist forests worldwide. You can use this list for quick identification, classroom activities, and wildlife watching.
Amphibians that start with F are species of frogs, toads, and salamanders whose common names begin with F. The fire salamander, for example, appears in European folklore as a symbol of fire and transformation.
Below you’ll find the table with Common name, Scientific name, Habitat, Lifespan, and Notes.
Common name: The everyday name helps you quickly recognize species in field guides, signs, and casual observation.
Scientific name: The binomial name gives you precise taxonomy and helps locate authoritative species details across databases.
Habitat: This column shows typical ecosystems and regions so you can understand where to find each species.
Lifespan: Lifespan ranges indicate typical years in the wild or captivity, useful for study and care planning.
Notes: Brief remarks highlight conservation status, distinguishing features, or interesting facts that aid your quick comparison.
Amphibians that start with F
| Name | Scientific name | Habitat | Lifespan (years) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fire salamander | Salamandra salamandra | Temperate forests, central/western Europe (woodlands, streams) | (10–20 years) (AmphibiaWeb) |
| Florida chorus frog | Pseudacris nigrita | Pine flatwoods and marshes, SE USA (Florida) | 2–5 years (AmphibiaWeb) |
| Four-eyed frog | Pleurodema brachyops | Grasslands and marshes, central South America (Argentina, Paraguay, Brazil) | 3–6 years (est.) |
| Four-toed salamander | Hemidactylium scutatum | Bogs, sphagnum wetlands, eastern North America (USA, Canada) | 4–10 years (AmphibiaWeb) |
| Fowler’s toad | Anaxyrus fowleri | Sandy woodlands, fields and coastal plains, eastern North America | 10–20 years (est./captive records) |