Jefferson salamander
A species of Mole salamander Scientific name : Ambystoma jeffersonianum Genus : Mole salamander
Jefferson salamander, A species of Mole salamander
Scientific name: Ambystoma jeffersonianum
Genus: Mole salamander
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Description
The Jefferson salamander (Ambystoma jeffersonianum) is a mole salamander native to the northeastern United States, southern and central Ontario, and southwestern Quebec. It was named after Jefferson College in Pennsylvania.
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Lifespan
6-10 years
Diet
Jefferson salamander primarily feeds on micro-organisms like cladocerans and ostracods during its larval stage. As an adult, it exhibits carnivorous habits, preferring invertebrate species such as insects, worms, snails, and spiders.
Appearance
Jefferson salamanders are medium-sized salamanders with an elongated cylindrical body and smooth, glossy skin. They typically display a dark brown or black coloration with bluish-gray flecks. These creatures are known for their grooved sides and broad, flattened head. Remarkably, both genders have a long, paddle-shaped tail, with no noticeable differences in appearance due to age or gender.
Behavior
Jefferson salamander is a solitary creature which is largely nocturnal. Notably, it undergoes a period of dormancy during the drier months and is generally most active during rainy periods. Equipped with excellent burrowing capabilities, it dwells primarily underground and only comes to the surface for migration and breeding purposes.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Salamanders Family
Mole salamanders Genus
Mole salamander Species
Jefferson salamander 
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