Oregon slender salamander
A species of Slender salamanders Scientific name : Batrachoseps wrighti Genus : Slender salamanders
Oregon slender salamander, A species of Slender salamanders
Scientific name: Batrachoseps wrighti
Genus: Slender salamanders
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Description
The Oregon slender salamander (Batrachoseps wrighti) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae from the Northwestern United States.
General Info
Lifespan
10-12 years
Diet
The diet of oregon slender salamander primarily consists of small invertebrates. This salamander species is particularly fond of soft-bodied prey, such as spiders, mites, and various insect larvae, which make up a substantial part of its diet.
Appearance
Oregon slender salamander is a small, slender salamander, notable for its smooth, moist skin. It typically exhibits dark brown coloration, occasionally showcasing lighter or darker patches. It lacks tails and wings, but has a distinctively elongated body and short legs. Its gender does not bear any distinguishing traits. With four small toes on the front feet and five on the rear, it makes a unique sight.
Behavior
Oregon slender salamander is typically nocturnal and displays secretive burrowing behavior. This solitary species prefers sheltered, moist environments, often nested in rock crevices or leaf piles. Notably, oregon slender salamander displays a behavior of curling into a ball when threatened, presenting its hardened back to predators as a form of passive defense.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Salamanders Family
Lungless salamanders Genus
Slender salamanders Species
Oregon slender salamander 
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