Spotted Salamander - Ambystoma maculatum

Range and Protection

The Spotted Salamander can be found throughout the Eastern region of the United States from the the Eastern area of Texas to the Coast. It inhabits hardwood and mixed forests with a swamp within the vicinity in which eggs are laid. Like other Ambystoma, the salamander will use burrows made by other animals. Threats to the species includes timber harvesting, habitat destruction, water quality reduction (specifically lower pH). The IUCN lists the animal as a species of Least Concern.

IUCN Red List - Spotted Salamander