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Salamanders
Van Dyke's Salamander
Plethodon vandykei
Across the regions where it's common, the Van Dyke's Salamander peaks from February to May.
Shows up in 2 ecoregions and 1 state
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Salamanders
Van Dyke's Salamander
Plethodon vandykei
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Description
Van Dyke's salamander (Plethodon vandykei) is a small woodland salamander in the family Plethodontidae, the lungless salamanders. Van Dyke's salamander has a relatively stocky body and grows up to 10 cm long.Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
Van Dyke's salamander is endemic to the western portion of Washington. It occurs in three disjunct areas: on the Olympic Peninsula, in the Willapa Hills, and in the southern Cascade Range.Wikipedia ↗
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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WashingtonAbout the Van Dyke's Salamander
When is the Van Dyke's Salamander most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Van Dyke's Salamander peaks from February to May.
Where does the Van Dyke's Salamander live?
It has enough records to show in 2 ecoregions and 1 states, including Washington.