Activity 5: On land or in water? Direction: Determine which of the following are characteristics of reptiles and amphibians. Put a check mark under the corresponding column. Reptiles Amphibians Characteristics Are cold blooded animals Have smooth, moist, scale less skin Have dry scaly skin Lay eggs Bom alive Live in water Live on land Think Critically 1. What characteristics do reptiles and amphibians have in common? 2. Why is a frog an amphibian? 3. Give three (3) examples each of reptiles and amphibians.