anuran
noun
an·uran
ə-ˈnyu̇r-ən 
a-,
-ˈnu̇r-
: any of an order (Anura) of amphibians comprising the frogs, toads, and tree frogs all of which lack a tail in the adult stage and have long hind limbs often suited to leaping and swimming
anuran
adjective
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The two-stage life cycle–when the aquatic tadpole changes into an adult form–is one of the main characteristics of anurans.
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Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 30 Oct. 2024
The new species, Electrorana limoae, is the earliest example of an anuran living in a rainforest.
—Gemma Tarlach, Discover Magazine, 14 June 2018
Wood frogs, spring peepers and grey tree frogs can be heard in many parks, as well, though the noisy anurans grow quiet as humans approach.
—cleveland, 27 Mar. 2020
One of the most striking types of anuran, the variable harlequin frog, is on the brink of extinction.
—Ryan P. Smith, Smithsonian, 2 Feb. 2018
Some of the most remarkable organisms in the forest are frogs and toads (anurans), 170 separate species of which call Panama their home.
—Ryan P. Smith, Smithsonian, 2 Feb. 2018
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Laura Baisas, Popular Science, 30 Oct. 2024
The new species, Electrorana limoae, is the earliest example of an anuran living in a rainforest.
—Gemma Tarlach, Discover Magazine, 14 June 2018
Wood frogs, spring peepers and grey tree frogs can be heard in many parks, as well, though the noisy anurans grow quiet as humans approach.
—cleveland, 27 Mar. 2020
One of the most striking types of anuran, the variable harlequin frog, is on the brink of extinction.
—Ryan P. Smith, Smithsonian, 2 Feb. 2018
Some of the most remarkable organisms in the forest are frogs and toads (anurans), 170 separate species of which call Panama their home.
—Ryan P. Smith, Smithsonian, 2 Feb. 2018
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“Anuran.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/anuran. Accessed 25 Nov. 2024.
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