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Speckled Black Salamander

Aneides flavipunctatus

Across the regions where it's common, the Speckled Black Salamander peaks from November to February.

Shows up in 1 ecoregion and 1 state

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Salamanders

Speckled Black Salamander

Aneides flavipunctatus

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Description

The speckled black salamander (Aneides flavipunctatus), previously known as just the black salamander, is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. The speckled black salamander can grow to 60 to 75 millimeters (2.4 to 3.0 in) long.Wikipedia ↗

Habitat

The speckled black salamander is found in forested areas and grassland in the coastal ranges of California, mostly at elevations below 600 meters (2,000 ft) but occasionally up to 1,700 meters (5,600 ft). It ranges from southern Humboldt and Trinity counties south to southwestern Sonoma and northern Napa counties.Wikipedia ↗
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When and where it's active

Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.

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Ecoregions

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California Coast Ranges and Foothills

States

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California

About the Speckled Black Salamander

When is the Speckled Black Salamander most active?

Across the regions where it's common, the Speckled Black Salamander peaks from November to February.

Where does the Speckled Black Salamander live?

It has enough records to show in 1 ecoregions and 1 states, including California.