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The frogs appear to be climbing out of baggy wet clothing as they scramble to get their old skin off. They also eat it as it comes off which scared me the first time I saw it because I thought he was caught in debree or eating something that should not be in the tank. As I looked closer I realized that it was his old skin. Looking at his tank buddy he was also doing the same thing. After doing a little research I found out that this is normal and the skin is good for them. They appear to choke on it a little as it goes down, a little like watching a snake eat. Then they are look all bright and fresh :) Hope that helps, I am still a bit of a novice my self. Sounds like they shed every few weeks and it is not a sign of distress or anything.
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Does frog eat dead skin?
When frogs shed their skin they usually eat it afterwards.
Do African dwarf frogs shed?
No African Dwarf Frogs do not shed there skin.
Do frogs have scales?
They shed their skin then they eat it
Why do African dwarf frogs shedd their skin?
African dwarf frogs shed their skin because once they get all of that access skin off... they can grow!
Why do African dwarf frogs eat their skin?
African Dwarf frogs eat their skin to get the protein they need
What eats tiger legged monkey frogs?
Well they eat their own skin that they have shed for nutrition but other than that i dont know!
Do Aquatic frogs shed?
Every frog has to shed it's skin once in a while and so do aquatic frogs. The shedded skin looks slimy and in most cases it is eaten by the frog in order to regain nutrients.
What do frog usually do with the skin they shed?
They eat it.
What happens to a geckos skin after it has shed?
Hey eat it while they shed. Its good nutrition for them.
What can you eat that will make your skin shed?
Nothing. Theoretically you could eat a radioactive substance but that is going to make you really sick. The skin will shed on its own, give it time.
Do chameleons shed skin like snakes?
Yes they do shed. They are like all reptiles and they have to shed their old skin every so oftern.
Does frogs shed?
Yes, Australian Tree frogs (also known as "Whites" Tree frogs) shed their skin. I have two Australian Whites, and they shed a couple of times a month, usually. If you have never witnessed a tree frog shedding it's skin before, you might be disturbed when you observe the process for the first time. The frog looks as if it is choking or gasping for air, it's eyes pop in and out, and the frog makes a strange clicking noise. It kind of looks like a really bad case of dry heaves. Do not disturb the frog as it sheds it's skin, this is perfectly normal and assistance is not needed. I read that frogs eat the shedding as it is nutritious. Let nature take it's course. I know that when I have a sunburn and "shed" skin, the new skin is tender and I don't like for it to be touched. I imagine frogs feel likewise, so I try not to handle my frog for the rest of the day if I notice it shedding. I do lightly mist my frogs with lukewarm spring water mixed with a few drops of Betta Safe, which helps moisturize the frog's skin and the Betta Safe provides a slick barrier. I am not an expert and cannot offer expert advice, but my frogs seem very happy and are thriving quite well.
