Amphibians fact sheets | Field of Mars EEC
Explore our amphibian fact sheets, featuring frogs, toadlets and other amphibians native to Sydney, NSW and the surrounding region. These engaging, curriculum-aligned resources have been designed for primary and secondary students and their teachers, offering clear information on lifecycle, adaptations, habitats and conservation.
Amphibians fact sheet
Learn about amphibians, their adaptations, life cycles, habitats and important roles in healthy ecosystems.
Common eastern froglet fact sheet
A small frog that lives in damp places and makes a constant “crick-crick-crick” sound all year.
Red-crowned toadlet fact sheet
A small Sydney frog with bright red patches that hides in sandstone forests and lays eggs on land.
Striped marsh frog fact sheet
A common frog with a pale stripe on its back that makes a loud “tok” call near ponds and creeks.
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Explore wetland habitats, frog adaptations and life cycles through hands-on fieldwork and scientific investigations.
Learning resources
Find online lessons and classroom activities that support learning about amphibians in bushland, school grounds and local environments.
Flora and fauna fact sheets
Learn more about amphibians and other Australian animals and plants through our flora and fauna fact sheets.