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It can be drawn across the eye to protect it from dust and keep it moist.

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What membrane covers the eye of a frog?

The nictitating membrane is the transparent layer the covers the outside of a frogs eye. Frogs have a so-called Nictitating membrane, which they can slide over their eyes for protection. They do this while jumping and swimming.


Is Nictitating membrane hereditory?

The membrane is. SOME problems with it are too.


What function does the nictitating membrane have in the pig?

In mammals (such as your pig) it is vestigial- meaning it most likely has no function but remains because its ancestors used it. It is a remnant of earlier evolution when this eyelid used to be used to help moisten and protect the eyeball.


What is the membrane over the fetal pig eye called?

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Where is the nictitating membrane located?

depends on the species.


Where is the location of a nictitating membrane of frog?

The nictitating membrane is part of a frog's eye. It is just above the lower lid and acts as a protective third eyelid.


What are the extra membranes in reptiles?

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What is Feline second eyelid called?

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How does a tree frog protect its EYES?

With the nictitating membrane, which keeps it moist


What color is the nictitating membrane?

The color of the nictitating membrane, also known as the third eyelid, varies among different species. In many animals, it can range from translucent to white or pinkish in color.