Granular salamander
A species of Mole salamander Scientific name : Ambystoma granulosum Genus : Mole salamander
Granular salamander, A species of Mole salamander
Scientific name: Ambystoma granulosum
Genus: Mole salamander
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Description
The granular salamander or ajolote (Ambystoma granulosum) is a species of mole salamander in the Ambystomatidae family. It is found only in Mexico. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical high-altitude grassland, freshwater marshes, intermittent freshwater marshes, and ponds. It is threatened by habitat loss and overcropping along with the scaling of their skins.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Granular salamander primarily consumes small invertebrates, with a preference for aquatic insects and crustaceans. As opportunistic feeders, they also intake soft-bodied prey like earthworms, during terrestrial forays.
Appearance
Granular salamander is a medium-sized salamander, featuring a slender body encased in smooth, moist skin. Its primary coloration ranges from dark grey to black, often peppered with tiny white granules, lending its skin a coarse appearance. This species lacks distinctive appendages such as wings, horns, or unusual tails. There are no significant visual differences by age or gender. Its most unique feature is its long, cylindrical tail, which tapers to a point.
Behavior
Granular salamander is a nocturnal and primarily aquatic species, spending the day concealed beneath submerged debris. This species is solitary outside of the breeding season, when it congregates in large numbers. It exhibits highly territorial behavior, aggressively defending its personal space. Foraging predominantly on insects, granular salamander utilizes a 'sit-and-wait' predatory strategy.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Salamanders Family
Mole salamanders Genus
Mole salamander Species
Granular salamander 
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