Definitions for "anuran"
Keywords:  toad, hind, frog, amphibian, tailless
an amphibian of the order Anura; any of various tailless stout-bodied amphibians with long hind limbs for leaping; semiaquatic and terrestrial species; a frog or toad.
Anura is an order in the class Amphibia, comprised of frogs (and toads). Anurans are characterized by the presence of four limbs, of which the hind are usually longer than the fore, and the lack of a true tail. Most species can also vocalize. For more information about anurans, see the Anura section.
Tailless amphibian with long hind legs for jumping.