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Long-toed Salamander — printable fact sheet
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Long-toed Salamander
Ambystoma macrodactylum
The Long-toed Salamander is a slender amphibian distinguished by its elongated fourth toe on each hind foot, which gives the species its name. This salamander displays a dark body with a striking yellow or greenish dorsal stripe that can be continuous or broken. It is primarily …
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- Despite being amphibians, Long-toed Salamanders are capable of surviving in relatively dry environments by retreating underground or into moist microhabitats.
- Long-toed Salamanders can regrow lost tails and toes if needed. Their larvae sometimes overwinter under ice, delaying metamorphosis until the following year. Adults can secrete a sticky, mildly toxic substance from their skin as a defense against predators.
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