inguinal amplexus
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Inguinal amplexus is a specific type of mating embrace observed in some amphibians, particularly frogs. In this position, the male frog grasps the female from behind, around her waist. This differs from axillary amplexus, where the male clasps the female under her armpits. The inguinal embrace is considered more primitive and is found in certain frog families. This position allows the male to fertilize the eggs as the female lays them.12
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