A Jefferson's Salamander (Ambystoma jeffersonianum) at the edge of a vernal pond in early March. Much of the pond was still ice covered. The costal grooves on its side are easily seen.
A Spotted Salamander (Ambystoma maculatum) that has remained buried in the earth all Winter is making it way to a vernal breeding pool.
This is a Spotted Salamander (Ambystoma maculatum) at night walking through the forest floor going to a vernal pool for breeding. They are also known as a yellow spotted salamander. They are classified in a group known as “mole salamanders” in the genus Ambystoma.
