Ambystoma gracile

Northwestern Salamander

Identification/Variations: Northwestern Salamanders are large brown salamanders. They have smooth skin with very pronounced costal groves along their sides. The Northwestern Salamander is similar in appearance throughout its range and there are no recognized variations.

Range/Habitat: Northwestern Salamanders range from northwestern California north to southwestern Alaska. They are found throughout western Oregon, Washington and coastal British Columbia. They inhabit a variety of habitats, but are also found somewhat near permanent slow-moving sources of water in which to breed.

Notes: Northwestern Salamanders are difficult to find during the day. They are typically below the surface and emerge on rainy nights in the fall and spring.

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