Field Biology - What to expect on Wednesday's Practical

Okay field biology experts!!  It's that time of year when you will soon start hearing the calls of frogs and toads.  Weather permitting, we will attempt to do field studies with these creatures.  Before that can happen, however, we must familiarize ourself with the frog anatomy.  Over the past week, we have cut open frogs and studied them quite extensively.  Read on to find out what to expect on Wednesday's practical in this blog-exclusive study guide .....

External anatomy:  

• Be able to distinguish between male and female frogs based on the size of their eardrums (tympanum).  
• Camouflage - why do they a particular color pattern?
• Bones, muscles, and skin - what adaptations do they have for survival in water and land??
• The frog's mouth - explain several specializations

Internal anatomy:

• How does surface area play a part in the frog?
• Be able to identify major structures of the digestive system, respiratory system, and reproductive systems.
• Be able to list functions of major organs