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Most frogs have a nictitating membrane. It's a sturdy film that covers and protects the eye while the frog is underwater.

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How does the nictating membrane help a frog underwater?

The nictitating membrane is a translucent membrane at the bottom of the eye that can be pulled up right across the eye. It is not an eyelid because the frog can still see when the membrane is raised. It is used when swimming or when insects are swarming around the frog's eyes, and also for keeping the eyes moist when it is windy.