6 Amazing Facts About Salamanders

Charles Strawn

One-Third Species Inhabit North America 

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With diversity, there are over 245 salamander species in North America. 

Possess a Wicked-Fast Tongue 

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Salamanders can capture prey with astonishing speed using their lightning-fast, projectile tongues. 

Don’t Have Vocal Cords 

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Salamanders lack vocal cords and communicate through other means, such as body language and chemical signals. 

Can Regenerate Amputated Limbs: 

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Salamanders are the only tetrapods that can regenerate limbs. 

Nocturnal in Nature 

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These amphibians are primarily nocturnal, coming out at night to hunt and perform other activities. 

Possess Absorbent Skin 

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Salamanders have highly permeable skin, allowing them to absorb water and breathe through it. 

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