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Amphibian Reproduction - Anatomy & Physiology
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== Frogs and Toads (Anurans) ==
== Frogs and Toads (Anurans) ==
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=== Mating Calls ===
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* Mating calls are crucial for most species.
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=== Amplexus ===
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* The Amplexus is used in all anurans except the tailed frog.
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** Prevents tiring of the limbs during copulation.
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** Grasps the female in an attempt to avoid competition.
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* Inguinal Amplexus: grasps the female in front of her hindlimbs.
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* Axillary Amplexus: grasps the female in front of/near her forelimbs.
== Salamanders and Newts (Caudata) ==
== Salamanders and Newts (Caudata) ==
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