Jefferson's Salamander

Ambystoma jeffersonianum

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Amphibia · Caudata · Ambystomatidae

About

The Jefferson salamander 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.

Fun Fact

A unique reproductive tactic for the Bluespotted-Jefferson Salamander Complex exists in nature.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in conifer forests, likely due to the dryness and prickliness of some pine and spruce needles, which may injure amphibians with their thin skins.

Diet

Eating a variety of small invertebrates.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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