Atlantic Coast Slimy Salamander
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Atlantic Coast Slimy Salamander
Plethodon chlorobryonis
The Atlantic Coast Slimy Salamander is a small, shiny creature that loves to hide under rocks and logs. It has a smooth, slimy skin that helps it stay moist in its forest home.
Habitat: Forests
Appearance
The Atlantic Coast Slimy Salamander is a sleek, dark amphibian with a glossy black body adorned with numerous tiny, brassy or yellowish-gold flecks that give it a "slimy" or metallic look. These small spots are often concentrated on its back and sides, making it appear distinct from other forest salamanders.
KingdomAnimaliaPhylumChordataClassAmphibiaOrderCaudataFamilyPlethodontidaeGenusPlethodon
Category
AmphibiansRarity
Common
Danger
1/5 · Very low
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Interesting facts
Baby slimy salamanders hatch looking like mini-adults, skipping the tadpole stage!
Female slimy salamanders guard their clutch of eggs for many weeks until they hatch.
These lungless salamanders breathe only through their skin and moist mouth lining!
They love damp, cool places and hide under logs and rocks in the forest.
Special abilities
Ability
Skin Breather
Atlantic Coast Slimy Salamander has permeable skin that allows them to breathe underwater and on land, absorbing oxygen directly from their environment.
Ability
Fast-Tongue Hunter
Atlantic Coast Slimy Salamander can launch its sticky tongue incredibly fast because it helps them snatch unsuspecting insect prey in a flash.
Measurements & details
- Length
- 10-17 cm
- Weight
- 0.005-0.015 kg
- Lifespan
- 8-15 years
- Top Speed
- 0.1 km/h
- Clutch Size
- 6-36
Diet & Feeding
They are tiny hunters, eating small bugs and other invertebrates found on the forest floor.
Primary Foods
- ants
- beetles
- spiders
- mites
- springtails
- earthworms
Foraging Method
- Ambush
Ecological connections
eaten by
Common Garter Snake
Thamnophis sirtalis
a common predator in its forest habitat
eaten by
Masked Shrew
Sorex cinereus
hunts small invertebrates and amphibians on the forest floor
eats
Silky Ant
Formica fusca
a primary food source in its diet
Traits
Spotted
Marked with spots or patches of a different color.
Solitary
Solitary animals live alone for most of their lives, only interacting with others for mating or parental care.
Colorful
Colorful describes organisms or objects displaying a wide range of bright and distinct colors.
Insectivorous
This trait identifies organisms whose diet primarily consists of insects and other small invertebrates.
Forest
Forest habitats are terrestrial environments dominated by dense tree cover, supporting a high diversity of plant and animal life.
Regenerative
Regenerative organisms possess the ability to regrow lost or damaged body parts, tissues, or organs.
Toxic
Toxic organisms contain substances that are poisonous and can cause adverse effects upon exposure.
Nocturnal
Nocturnal animals are primarily active during the nighttime hours, typically resting or sleeping during the day.
Endangered
Endangered status indicates a species is at a very high risk of extinction in the wild in the near future.
Also known as
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Safety
Danger
1/5 · Very low
Always wash your hands after touching any salamander to keep them safe.
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is Atlantic Coast Slimy Salamander?
10-17 cm
How much does Atlantic Coast Slimy Salamander weigh?
0.005-0.015 kg
How long does Atlantic Coast Slimy Salamander live?
8-15 years
How fast can Atlantic Coast Slimy Salamander move?
0.1 km/h
What does Atlantic Coast Slimy Salamander eat?
They are tiny hunters, eating small bugs and other invertebrates found on the forest floor.
Where is Atlantic Coast Slimy Salamander usually found?
Forests
How does Atlantic Coast Slimy Salamander hunt?
Ambush
How many eggs does Atlantic Coast Slimy Salamander lay?
6-36
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