Describe the activities of both male and female frogs in the courtship relationship.

Answer 1

In frog courtship, male frogs are typically the more active participants in attracting mates. Males call using species-specific vocalizations to signal their presence, size, and fitness to females, and they may also engage in visual displays or physical posturing. Once a female approaches, the male often performs amplexus, where he clasps the female to fertilize her eggs externally as she lays them. Female frogs evaluate the males’ calls and displays, choosing mates based on their size, call quality, or territory quality. Together, these behaviors ensure successful mating and fertilization while influencing reproductive success.

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