They provide the fallen leaves and twigs used for protection, as well as the vernal pools used as breeding areas for many amphibians Vernal pools are key in the survival of many salamanders. Because they're not present year round, these small depressions filled with spring melt-water are important to protect. Many of these pools serve as temporary homes and breeding grounds for salamanders. Since vernal pools have no inlet or outlet, they can't support fish or other known predators. This is an ideal safe haven for salamanders and some frogs to lay their eggs, while also serving as a primary place to live out the vulnerable aquatic stages of their life cycle.
Amphibians require water to keep their skin moist.
Unlike reptiles, they lack scales to help them tolerate dry conditions. This affinity for water makes it particularly important for us to avoid developing wetland areas. Pollution is particularly dangerous to amphibians like frogs and toads. These toxic substances can cause deformities and even death to these animals.