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Amphibians

Australia has 240 known species of amphibians, and all of them are frogs.

A green tree frog (Litoria caerulea) eyes wide open

With more than 200 species, Australia has one of the most diverse range of frogs in the world.

A green and golden bell frog (Litoria aurea) sitting in vegetation

There are 3 species of bell frog in New South Wales. They are all similar in appearance but can be distinguished by their markings.

A burrowing frog (Cyclorana spp) in the Macquarie Marshes

In recent years, scientists have become increasingly aware of a worldwide decline in the numbers of frogs. Frogs are disappearing in Australia.