why is the thumb of the male frog swollen?

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2006-08-25 16:48:33 · 4 answers · asked by Jerold 2 in Science & Mathematics ➔ Biology

It is known as a copulatory pad. It enables it hold the female during amplexus.It is becomes apparent during breeding season.

2006-08-25 21:13:36 · answer #1 · answered by nkmy83@yahoo.com 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋

So he can hitchhike when he is tired of hopping.

2006-08-26 01:21:14 · answer #2 · answered by SweetNurse 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋

To grasp the fremale during mating..................

2006-08-26 00:07:35 · answer #3 · answered by Courtney 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋

so he can rub the female, and get her aroused

2006-08-25 23:56:23 · answer #4 · answered by allaboutthefamily 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋