Tongueless Frog Review

: Explain how these frogs expand their throat to suck in water and prey.

Address the impact of invasive species like the African clawed frog, which has been introduced to non-native habitats worldwide. tongueless frog

The Pipidae family consists of roughly 32 species, with the most well-known being the African clawed frog (Xenopus laevis) and the Surinam toad (Pipa pipa) . : Strictly aquatic throughout their lives. : Explain how these frogs expand their throat

: Detail how species like Pipa pipa use long, sensitive fingers to "corral" fish into their mouths. tongueless frog

Discuss the primitive nature of Pipidae within the order Anura.