Cutaneous Membrane
Frogs have the ability to absorb water and oxygen directly through their cutaneous membrane. This changes the color of the frog's skin. (Inside the black circles)
Chromatophores
Chromatophores provide camouflage for amphibians and other organisms.
(Colored spots all over the back)
(Colored spots all over the back)
Nictitating Membrane
The nictitating membrane is the flap of skin that acts like goggles, covering up the eyes while the frog swims.
(Black circle)
(Black circle)
Tympanic Membrane
The tympanic membrane allows the frog to detect sound vibrations in their environment.
(Purple circle)
(Purple circle)
Webbing
The webbing increases the surface area, increasing the ability to swim efficiently.
(Flaps of skin in between the toes)
(Flaps of skin in between the toes)
Subcutaneous Blood Vessels
(Red lines inside the black circles)