Del norte salamander
A species of Woodland salamanders Scientific name : Plethodon elongatus Genus : Woodland salamanders
Del norte salamander, A species of Woodland salamanders
Scientific name: Plethodon elongatus
Genus: Woodland salamanders
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Description General Info
Description
The Del Norte salamander (Plethodon elongatus) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae endemic to the United States in southwestern Oregon and northwestern California.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Del norte salamander primarily feeds on small terrestrial invertebrates, with a preference for ants, beetles, and mites. This salamander's diet also includes other arthropods, marking a carnivorous lifestyle.
Appearance
Del norte salamander is a medium-sized salamander, characterized by its slender body and smooth, moist skin. Its primary coloration is dark brown, often overlaid with lighter, irregular streaks or spots. The belly is typically a lighter shade, affording a contrast to its dark back. There are no significant differences in appearance due to age or gender. Tail represents a significant part of the total length, which begins tapering towards the tip gradually.
Behavior
Del norte salamander are nocturnal, terrestrial and typically solitary, exhibiting increased activity during wet weather conditions. They feed mainly on small invertebrates, employing a sit-and-wait hunting tactic. Behaviors such as courtship, territorial defense, and tail autotomy have been observed, with males often displaying aggressive interactions during breeding seasons.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Salamanders Family
Lungless salamanders Genus
Woodland salamanders Species
Del norte salamander 
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