Frogs close their eyes while eating for a couple of important reasons. Firstly, their eye muscles play a key role in pushing food towards their throat when swallowing. The eyelids help balance the pressure from these muscles and protect the eyes during this process. Additionally, frogs' eyes are located at the top of their heads, so they lift their heads while eating. The eyelids close to protect the eyes from food particles or water, and prevent damage or dryness. Closing their eyes also helps frogs focus better on swallowing, ensuring a more efficient feeding process.
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- frog eating behavior, frog eye muscles, frog anatomy
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