Category: Amphibians
Leopard frogs are common across much of the U.S. They are named for their striking green and black leopard-like markings and are regarded as one of the most beautiful and entertaining pet amphibians.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leopard_frog
http://www.reptilesmagazine.com/Care-Sheets/Northern-Leopard-Frog/
Make sure you retract your eyes 30 times before swallowing!
It has long been known that Frogs retract their eyes and close them while eating, leading scientists to suspect that frogs use their eyes to help them swallow. This suspicion was finally confirmed in 2004, when the northern leopard frog was observed by scientists retracting its eyes while swallowing crickets, actually using them to help push the food toward its esophagus!
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