The Urodela

Question

The Urodela
A)are hermaphroditic.
B)are tadpoles when young.
C)retain their tail permanently.
D)live only in the tropics.
E)never have to return to water to breed.

Accepted Answer

Urodela, also known as salamanders, retain their tail permanently throughout their lives, unlike other amphibians such as frogs or toads. They are not hermaphroditic, and while some species of salamanders have aquatic larvae, they do not remain as tadpoles when young. Salamanders are found in various regions, including temperate zones and some tropics, but not exclusively in the tropics. While many salamanders do require water for breeding, not all species have to return to water to reproduce.