The mudpuppy (Necturus maculosus), also known as the waterdog, is a fascinating species of aquatic salamander found in North America, including Canada. These amphibians are typically found in freshwater habitats such as rivers, streams, and lakes, and are known for their unique appearance and behaviors. In Canada, the mudpuppy can be found in Quebec, Manitoba Learn more on Mudpuppy »
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Pacific Giant Salamander
The pacific giant salamander (Dicamptodon tenebrosus) is a fascinating species of salamander found in western North America, including Canada. In Canada, this species is found in the coastal regions of British Columbia. The pacific giant salamander is a large and impressive species, growing up to 30 centimeters in length. It has a distinctively rough and Learn more on Pacific Giant Salamander »
Tiger Salamander
The Tiger Salamander (Ambystoma tigrinum) is a species of salamander found throughout North America, including Canada. In Canada, this species is found in the western provinces of British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba. The tiger salamander is a large and robust species, with adults growing up to 30 centimeters in length. It has a distinctive Learn more on Tiger Salamander »
Yellow-spotted Salamander
The yellow-spotted salamander (Ambystoma maculatum) is a species of salamander found in North America, including Canada. This species is commonly found in deciduous forests throughout eastern Canada, including Ontario, Quebec and the Maritimes. The yellow-spotted salamander is a large species, growing up to 23 centimeters in length. It has a black or dark brown body Learn more on Yellow-spotted Salamander »
Smallmouth Salamander
The smallmouth salamander (Ambystoma texanum) is a species of mole salamander found in North America, including Canada. This species is commonly found in wetland habitats throughout eastern Canada, including Ontario and Quebec. The smallmouth salamander is a relatively small species, growing to a maximum length of about 15 centimeters. It has a dark brown or Learn more on Smallmouth Salamander »
Jefferson Salamander
The Jefferson Salamander (Ambystoma jeffersonianum) is a species of salamander found in eastern North America, including Canada. This species is commonly found in wet, forested habitats throughout parts of southern Ontario, Quebec, and the Maritimes. The Jefferson Salamander is a medium-sized species, growing to a maximum length of about 20 centimeters. It has a dark, Learn more on Jefferson Salamander »
Western Redback Salamander
The western redback salamander (Plethodon vehiculum) is a species of lungless salamander found in western North America, including Canada. This species is commonly found in moist, forested habitats throughout the Pacific Northwest region of Canada, including British Columbia and parts of Alberta. The western redback salamander is a relatively small species, growing to a maximum Learn more on Western Redback Salamander »
Eastern Redback Salamander
The eastern redback salamander (Plethodon cinereus) is a small species of lungless salamander that is found in eastern North America, including Canada. This species is commonly found in deciduous forests throughout much of Canada, from Nova Scotia and New Brunswick to southern Quebec and Ontario. eastern redback salamanders are relatively small, growing to a maximum Learn more on Eastern Redback Salamander »
Wandering Salamander
The Wandering Salamander (Aneides vagrans) is a fascinating amphibian species found in western parts of North America, including Canada. Known for its ability to climb trees and its nomadic lifestyle, this species is a unique and important part of Canada’s biodiversity. In this blog post, we’ll explore the biology, habitat, and conservation of the Wandering Learn more on Wandering Salamander »
Long-toed salamander
Ambystoma macrodactylum Long-toed salamanders are medium sized amphibians, growing up to 8 to 12 cm in size. As their name suggest, the long-toed salamanders have long toes. In Canada, their is 3 subspecies of these Amphibians : the eastern, central and western long toed salamanders. They are usually black or dark colored with a green Learn more on Long-toed salamander »