Salamanders
Northwestern Salamander
Ambystoma gracile
Across the regions where it's common, the Northwestern Salamander peaks from February to April.
Shows up in 3 ecoregions and 3 states
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Salamanders
Northwestern Salamander
Ambystoma gracile
Description
The northwestern salamander (Ambystoma gracile) is a species of mole salamander that inhabits the northwest Pacific coast of North America. The individual eggs are 2 mm diameter with the entire egg mass the size of your fist.Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
A dividing line of 51°N latitude has been recognized between the two subspecies, with A. g. decorticatum occurring north of the line and A. g. gracile living to the south. An example of a paedomorphic population of the northwestern salamander occurs at Crater Lake, Oregon; the population is syntopic with Taricha granulosa.Wikipedia ↗
When it's active
Breeding takes place in both permanent and semipermanent bodies of water. Upon contact with a potential mate, the male salamander dorsally mounts the female and stimulates her with his chin and tail.Animal Diversity Web ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
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About the Northwestern Salamander
When is the Northwestern Salamander most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Northwestern Salamander peaks from February to April.
Where does the Northwestern Salamander live?
It has enough records to show in 3 ecoregions and 3 states, including California, Oregon, and Washington.