24 Interesting Salamanders in Oklahoma (+ Pictures)

Salamanders in Oklahoma

The state of Oklahoma is home to at least 24 different species and subspecies of salamanders. Most of these salamanders are terrestrial, which means they live on land. But there are also several fully aquatic salamander species. Terrestrial salamanders prefer to live in moist habitats and are typically found in shady, forested areas, not far from … Read more

What Do Blue-Spotted Salamanders Eat?

What do blue-spotted salamanders eat?

Blue-spotted salamanders are colorful amphibians found in parts of the eastern United States and Canada. These salamanders are easily identifiable by the beautiful bluish-white spots and flecks on their bluish-black skin. But what do blue-spotted salamanders eat? Blue-spotted salamanders are opportunistic carnivores with a very diverse diet. In the wild, they eat worms, snails, slugs, centipedes, spiders, … Read more

8 Interesting Types of Salamanders in Wisconsin (+ Pictures)

Salamanders in Wisconsin

The state of Wisconsin is home to 8 species of salamanders. 7 of these species are terrestrial, which means they live on land, but there is also one fully aquatic species. Of the terrestrial salamander species, the red-backed salamander is considered the most abundant of Wisconsin’s salamanders (in its range). These salamanders can be found … Read more

8 Interesting Types of Salamanders in Minnesota (+ Pictures)

The state of Minnesota is home to eight species of salamanders. Seven of these species are terrestrial, which means they live on land, but there is also one fully aquatic species. Most terrestrial salamander species typically inhabit shady, forested areas, not far from a water source – and often hide in moist locations such as … Read more

28 Interesting Types of Salamanders in Texas (+ Pictures)

Salamanders in Texas

If you live in Texas and love salamanders, you’re indeed fortunate because there are plenty of different salamander species in this region. In fact, there have been recordings of at least 28 different species of salamander in the state of Texas. Most of these salamanders are terrestrial, which means they live on land. But there … Read more

13 Interesting Types of Salamanders in Michigan (+ Pictures)

Salamanders in Michigan

The state of Michigan is home to at least 13 different species of salamanders – with some of the most common being the red-backed salamander, and the blue-spotted salamander. Most of Michigan’s salamanders are terrestrial, which means they live on land. But there are also a few fully aquatic salamander species. Most terrestrial salamander species … Read more