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Marbled Salamander
Ambystoma opacum
The marbled salamander is a strikingly patterned amphibian native to the eastern United States. It is recognized by its stout body, black coloration, and distinctive silvery or white crossbands that give it a marbled appearance. This species is primarily terrestrial, spending mu…
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- Marbled salamander larvae develop in temporary pools and can survive even when water levels fluctuate dramatically.
- Marbled salamanders are one of the few North American salamanders that breed in the fall rather than the spring. Unlike most salamander species, the female guards her eggs until they are flooded by rains. Their unique coloring helps them blend into the dappled forest floor, offering camouflage from predators.
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