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Sardinian Brook Salamander
Euproctus platycephalus
The Sardinian Brook Salamander is a medium-sized amphibian endemic to the island of Sardinia, Italy. It has a flattened head and body, with smooth, moist skin that is typically brown or olive, often mottled with lighter or darker patches. This salamander is highly aquatic, spend…
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- This salamander does not go through a fully aquatic larval stage like many other amphibians; its young resemble miniature adults soon after hatching.
- The Sardinian Brook Salamander is one of only a few salamander species native to Mediterranean islands. It can breathe both through its skin and lungs, which is advantageous in its aquatic habitat. During dry periods, it may hide under rocks or in crevices to conserve moisture.
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