Gadow's false brook salamander
A species of Pseudoeurycea Scientific name : Pseudoeurycea gadovii Genus : Pseudoeurycea
Gadow's false brook salamander, A species of Pseudoeurycea
Scientific name: Pseudoeurycea gadovii
Genus: Pseudoeurycea
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Description
Pseudoeurycea gadovii (common names: Gadow's false brook salamander, Gadow's salamander) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to Mexico and occurs on and near the volcanoes Pico de Orizaba and Cofre de Perote in central region of Veracruz as well as on the slopes of La Malinche on the Tlaxcala-Puebla border.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Gadow's false brook salamander is predominantly carnivorous, feeding primarily on tiny invertebrates. Its menu mainly consists of small arthropods, including crustaceans, spiders, and insects, indicating a preference for soft-bodied prey.
Appearance
Gadow's false brook salamander is a small-sized salamander with a short, stout body and smooth skin. The skin is predominantly dark brown, almost black, with some individuals exhibiting lighter, more reddish hues. It has a clearly defined and pointy snout, with round protruding eyes. Unlike many species, there are no significant visual differences between males and females, young and mature individuals, or between subspecies.
Behavior
Gadow's false brook salamander predominantly exhibits nocturnal behavior, venturing out after dark to hunt small invertebrates. Known for its solitary lifestyle, each individual operates alone within a marked territory. This species exhibits slow movement, facilitating its survival within its natural high-altitude, humid habitat.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Salamanders Family
Lungless salamanders Genus
Pseudoeurycea Species
Gadow's false brook salamander 
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