Salamanders
Western Red-backed Salamander
Plethodon vehiculum
Across the regions where it's common, the Western Red-backed Salamander peaks from November to April.
Shows up in 3 ecoregions and 2 states
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Salamanders
Western Red-backed Salamander
Plethodon vehiculum
Description
The western red-backed salamander (Plethodon vehiculum) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. The western red-backed salamander has a slender build with relatively short limbs.Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
Within that geographic range, the salamander is found from the western slopes of the Cascade Mountains to the Pacific Coast. The western red-backed salamander has been found on Vancouver Island.Wikipedia ↗
When it's active
Western red-backed salamanders mate on land, typically in a moist environment. The mating ritual is incredibly complex involving issues with mate choice, courtship rituals, and pheromone cues.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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States
About the Western Red-backed Salamander
When is the Western Red-backed Salamander most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Western Red-backed Salamander peaks from November to April.
Where does the Western Red-backed Salamander live?
It has enough records to show in 3 ecoregions and 2 states, including Oregon and Washington.