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Frogs
Frogs are amphibians which are present all across the globe in many different species. They are adapted for life in the water with many evolutionary characteristics, such as having the ability to breathe through their skin, having webbed feet and finger joints and many others. In this category, you will discover questions related to frogs in any shape or form.
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How do you know when a tadpole is dead?
There are various ways through which you can tell the age of a frog. The best method is using skeletochronological estimation. This will be done by looking at the growth rings on the toes of the frogs under a microscope.
Does frog urine make kids sick?
Generally, frog urine is not toxic to humans and in normal circumstances does not make kids sick. However, it is always best to wash hands thoroughly after handling frogs or being in contact with their urine to prevent any potential transmission of bacteria or parasites that frogs may carry.
What Does small A Frog or Toad Eat?
The Florida Green frog lives anywhere in Florida and eats any insect. (except lovebugs) that come near it. Maybe not beetles. they love to hid under shutters, umbrellas, and other snug places on your house or grounds. No Swamps necessary.
toads eat almost anything that moves, that will fit into it's mouth, including other smaller frogs and TOADS.
The meaning of frogs in Japanese culture?
In Japanese culture, frogs are seen as symbols of good luck, transformation, and protection. They are believed to bring prosperity and abundance, and are often associated with the the god of wealth and happiness, Ebisu. Additionally, frogs are seen as a sign of fertility and renewal in Japanese folklore.
What is the largest organ inside of the frogs abdomen?
The largest organ in the body cavity in a frog is the liver. However, the skin is considered to be the largest organ only that it is not in the body cavity.
according to "dissection of a frog" (great fun *sarcasm*) i believe that the liver is the largest organ :)
The liver is the largest internal organ in a frog.
I have the same question on my frog diction worksheet. The question you are probably asking and to lazy to type it is: During one mating of frogs, the female lays some 2,000 to 3,000 eggs in water as the male sheds millions of sperm over them. How do these large numbers relate to the frog's fitness for life in water? i put down a lot of the frogs probably don't make it so they are a predator when they are a tadpole in the water.
What is a flying frogs habitat?
Flying frogs typically live in tropical rainforests near bodies of water like ponds or swamps. They are arboreal creatures, meaning they primarily live in trees, and are well adapted for jumping from branch to branch using their long limbs and webbed feet. Flying frogs prefer dense vegetation for cover and hunting for insects.
Functions of ventral skin of frog?
The ventral skin of a frog helps with respiration by allowing for gas exchange through diffusion. It also aids in maintaining the frog's electrolyte balance by absorbing water and electrolytes. Additionally, the ventral skin assists in thermoregulation by absorbing and releasing heat.
Where does a frog lay its eggs?
It depends on the species.
Many species of frogs lay their eggs in water, but not all do e.g. the Corroboree frog.
Also, frogs of the genus Pristimantis lay their eggs on land, where they do not undergo a tadpole stage, hatching as fully metamorphosed baby frogs. Some species of frogs even give birth to live young, such as members of the African genus Nectophrynoides and other species found in the Andes and Central America.
What are the adaptations and behaviors of a goliath frog?
The male goliath frog builds a nest of rocks and gravel for the female to lay her eggs. They are also picky eaters so there are very few of them and they are only found in Cameroon and Equatorial Guinea.
How much does a glass frog weigh?
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glass frog can jump 6,975 feet high in the air and is the record for the highest jumping frog.
Why do you dissect the nerves last in a frog?
Dissecting the nerves last in a frog allows you to examine the muscles and organs first, which can give you a better understanding of how the nervous system interacts with the rest of the body. It also ensures that the nerves are not accidentally damaged during the initial dissection process.
Are there any teeth on the lower jaw of the frog?
It all depends on the type of frog you have. I know that my baby pac man frog,xena, has teeth. I also owned three frogs before her. So , i'm going to say no. And again, it all depends on the type of frog. Hope this helped! :)
Do African dwarf frogs need a large tank?
African dwarf frogs don't need a large tank. A 5-gallon tank is sufficient for a pair of these frogs. They are small and don't require a lot of space to swim and thrive. Just make sure the tank is adequately equipped with hiding spots and gentle filtration.
Yes, frogs are real. They are amphibious creatures found in various habitats around the world, known for their jumping abilities and characteristic croaking sounds. Frogs play an important role in ecosystems as both predators and prey.
Where do frogs store their energy?
we know that the sun is the main source of energy for all life processes.Now plants obtain light energy from the sun to perform photosynthesis and prepare food. This in turn is eaten by insects, which the frog feeds on.This, indirectly , the energy used by a leaping frog is actually the energy obtained from the sun.
----answered by Nistha Lahiri
of class 8
How many species of frog live in the amazon?
There are approximately 350-400 species of frogs that live in the Amazon rainforest, making it one of the most diverse regions in the world for frog species. Frogs play important roles in the ecosystem as both predators and prey, contributing to the overall biodiversity of the Amazon.
Do both frogs and toad go through metamorphosis?
frogs undergo incomplete metamorphosis because they do not go through a third stage.In frog development, the eggs hatch and give rise to tadpoles, small aquatic larvae that have external gills and are mainly vegetarian. As the tadpole grows, internal gills and limbs form. Several significant changes occur during metamorphosis into the adult, including growth of a large mouth and tongue, loss of gills, formation of lungs, growth of the front legs, and resorption of the tail. Numerous biochemical changes accompany these morphological changes, such as synthesis of a new visual pigment in the eyes and a new oxygen-binding hemoglobin protein in the blood. The adult is mainly insectivorous and partly terrestrial
Read more: Metamorphosis - Amphibians - Adult, Changes, Gills, and Development - JRank Articles http://science.jrank.org/pages/4276/Metamorphosis-Amphibians.html#ixzz2UadIy4hP
A housefly eats almost anything it lands on by using its proboscis. Lizards, depending on size and type, eat insects, plants, small animals, or fish by biting, chewing and swallowing. Snails eat plants using the thousands of tiny teeth located on their ribbon like tongues to rip apart food. Depending on the type of ant, they eat fruit, meat and vegetables, using pinchers to break the food down. Crows eat insects, berries, road kill, corn and seeds by pecking. Dogs eat do food by biting, chewing and swallowing. A frog uses its sticky tongue to eat insects by hurling it out to catch them and swallow them. Depending on the type of leech, they eat blood, insects or mollusks with protrusible proboscis or eating their prey whole.
Yes, tadpoles can eat fish food typically in the form of pellets or flakes. It is important to ensure that the fish food is appropriate for tadpoles and does not contain any harmful additives. Additionally, supplementing their diet with fresh vegetables like blanched spinach or zucchini can also be beneficial for their growth and development.
No, frogs do not have gizzards. Gizzards are muscular parts of the digestive system found in birds and some other animals to help grind up food. Frogs have a simple digestive system with a stomach that helps break down their food.
No, the frog does not have an anus. The frog may not have an anus but it has a cloaca that is like an anus but allows not just waste, but sperm and/or eggs to also pass through it.
Yes, excessive exposure to the sun can lead to dehydration in a frog. Frogs have permeable skin that allows water to pass in and out easily, so prolonged exposure to high temperatures can cause them to lose water rapidly and become dehydrated. It is important for frogs to have access to shade or water to prevent this from happening.
