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Everything You’ve Ever Wanted to Know About Salamander Eggs

June 28, 2022June 28, 2022 by Ezra
Everything to know about salamander eggs

There are over 600 salamander species around the world. Most of these salamanders reproduce by laying eggs, usually in the water, but some species lay their eggs on land. There are salamander species lay as few as 6 eggs, but … Read more

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What Do Long-toed Salamanders Eat? [Wild & Captive Diet]

June 18, 2022June 18, 2022 by Ezra
Long toed salamanders wild and pet diet

Long-toed salamanders are fairly small amphibians found in the Pacific Northwest region of North America. These salamanders get their name from the very long fourth toe on their hind feet, and can easily be identified by the bright green stripe … Read more

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24 Interesting Salamander Species Found in Ohio (+ Pictures)

June 21, 2022June 7, 2022 by Ezra
Salamander species in Ohio

Ohio is home to 24 salamander species, with the most common species being the spotted salamander and the red-backed salamander among others.  These salamanders are silent, and spend most of the year hibernating, or hiding under rocks, logs, and other … Read more

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Spotted Salamander Eggs: Facts & Identification (+ Pictures)

May 24, 2022May 24, 2022 by Ezra

Like most salamanders, spotted salamanders (sometimes called yellow-spotted salamanders) reproduce by laying eggs. These eggs are laid in the water and attached to twigs, grass, or other vegetation just slightly below the surface of the water. Many spotted salamanders may … Read more

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How Long Can Salamanders Stay Underwater? [4 Factors]

May 23, 2022May 22, 2022 by Ezra
How long can salamanders stay underwater

We all know that salamanders love to spend a lot of their time in or around streams, ponds, or other water bodies. During the breeding season, it is common to see hundreds of salamanders migrating to ponds where they can … Read more

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Are Blue-Spotted Salamanders Poisonous to Humans or Pets?

May 18, 2022 by Ezra
Are blue-spotted salamanders poisonous?

Blue-spotted salamanders are colorful amphibians found in the United States and Canada. These salamanders are easily identifiable by the beautiful bluish-white spots and flecks on their bluish-black skin. You may have seen one of these salamanders and wondered if they … Read more

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  • 24 Interesting Salamander Species Found in Ohio (+ Pictures)
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