Here you’ll find 12 Amphibians that start with T, organized from “Tailed frog” to “Tyrrhenian tree frog”. These species include frogs, salamanders, and newts tied mainly to freshwater and forest habitats; they aid education and conservation awareness.

Amphibians that start with T are species whose common names begin with the letter T, spanning frogs, salamanders and newts. For example, the Tailed frog is famed for its tail-like organ that helps mating in fast mountain streams.

Below you’ll find the table with Common name, Scientific name, Habitat, Lifespan, Range, and Conservation status.

Common name: The familiar name you recognize, used for quick searches and field identification.

Scientific name: The accepted binomial gives precise taxonomy so you can locate authoritative species records.

Habitat: Short description of ecosystems and regions helps you understand where each species lives and thrives.

Lifespan: Typical wild and captive ranges indicate longevity so you can compare life histories across species.

Range: Geographic summary shows the primary countries or regions where you are likely to encounter the species.

Conservation status: IUCN or equivalent categories signal threat levels so you can prioritize research or awareness efforts.

Amphibians that start with T

Common NameScientific NameHabitat/RangeLifespan (years)
Tiger salamanderAmbystoma tigrinumponds, grasslands, North America10–25
Two-toed amphiumaAmphiuma meansslow waters, swamps, SE USA10–20
Three-toed amphiumaAmphiuma tridactylumswamps, bayous, SE USA10–20
Tomato frogDyscophus antongiliilowland rainforests, Madagascar5–10
Titicaca water frogTelmatobius culeusLake Titicaca, high-altitude wetlandsunknown
Turtle frogMyobatrachus gouldiisandy shrublands, SW Australiaunknown
Tailed frogAscaphus trueicold forest streams, Pacific NW USAunknown
Tungara frogEngystomops pustulosuslowland forests, Central America3–5
Texas blind salamanderEurycea rathbuniaquifer springs, Edwards Aquifer, Texasunknown
Texas toadAnaxyrus speciosusprairies, arid woodlands, Texas USA5–10
Three-striped poison frogAmeerega trivittatalowland Amazonia, South America5–10
Tyrrhenian tree frogHyla sardaMediterranean islands, coastal woodlands3–5

Descriptions

Tiger salamander
Large mole salamander with tiger-like blotches; breeds in ponds and spends much time underground as an ambusher predator.
Two-toed amphiuma
Eel-like aquatic salamander with tiny forelimb toes; nocturnal and often buries in mud while hunting crustaceans and insects.
Three-toed amphiuma
Very similar to the two-toed species but with three toes; a secretive, fully aquatic salamander tolerated by some aquarists.
Tomato frog
Bright red-orange frog that inflates and secretes sticky mucus when threatened; popular in the pet trade and culturally notable in Madagascar.
Titicaca water frog
Large, loose-skinned aquatic frog adapted to cold, oxygen-poor, high-altitude water; highly endangered and endemic to Lake Titicaca.
Turtle frog
Stout, rounded frog with short legs that “tunnels” through sand to feed on termites—one of Australia’s most unusual frog shapes.
Tailed frog
Primitive frog with a tail-like intromittent organ in males; specialized for life in fast, oxygen-rich mountain streams.
Tungara frog
Small brown frog famed for the male’s complex “tungara” call and floating foam nests in temporary pools.
Texas blind salamander
Paedomorphic, translucent salamander adapted to underground springs; obligate cave species with reduced eyes and gills.
Texas toad
Robust toad of central/southern Texas that calls loudly after rains and tolerates dry, open habitats.
Three-striped poison frog
Diurnal, brightly patterned poison frog with three stripes; sequesters skin alkaloids and breeds in small forest pools.
Tyrrhenian tree frog
Small green tree frog native to Sardinia and nearby islands; an agile climber that breeds in temporary pools and ponds.
If you think there is a missing term, let us know using the contact form.