This list includes 2 Amphibians that start with K, from “Kihansi spray toad” to “Korean salamander”. They are often small or stream‑dependent, and useful for education, conservation, and hobbyist reference.

Amphibians that start with K are amphibian species whose common names begin with the letter K. The “Kihansi spray toad” became a conservation symbol after captive breeding helped avoid extinction.

Below you’ll find the table with “Common name, Scientific name, Habitat, Lifespan”

Common name: Shows the everyday name you will recognize, helping you match species to field guides or casual observations.

Scientific name: Gives the accepted binomial name so you can find exact taxonomic information or look up authoritative records.

Habitat: Summarizes typical ecosystems and geographic regions so you can understand where each species lives.

Lifespan: Provides typical wild and captive age ranges in years, helping you compare species longevity at a glance.

Amphibians that start with K

Common nameScientific nameHabitat & RangeLifespan (years)
Kihansi spray toadNectophrynoides asperginisspray-zone waterfalls, Kihansi Gorge, Tanzania5–10
Korean salamanderHynobius leechiiforest streams, Korean peninsula and NE China10–15

Descriptions

Kihansi spray toad
Tiny live-bearing toad; extinct in the wild but maintained by captive breeding. Lives in waterfall spray and gives birth to fully formed toadlets.
Korean salamander
Terrestrial hynobiid salamander that breeds in streams. Variable brown coloration, nocturnal, and capable of limb regeneration.
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