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Black Salamander
Black salamander is a species of salamander belonging to the family Plethodontidae, occurring only in the United States. The species is mostly terrestrial. The creature is solitary except for the breeding season. The salamander is nocturnal as it remains hidden during the day.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Amphibia |
| Order | Caudata |
| Family | Plethodontidae |
| Genus | Aneides |
| Scientific Name | Aneides flavipunctatus |
| Other Names | Speckled black salamander |
| Size | 6 to 7.5 cm (2.4 to 3.0 in) |
| Color | Fully black to black with fine white or yellow spots or with grayish or greenish shine; pale underside |
| Distribution | United States |
| Habitat | Forested areas, grassland; also found in open country and stream banks in woodland |
| Diet | Millipedes, ants, beetles, termites |
| Predators | Birds, shrews, raccoons, skunks, snakes, chipmunks, |
| Breeding Season | Spring |
| Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
| Clutch Size | Few eggs at a time; around 100 eggs per season |
| Incubation Period | Around 1 month |
| Average Lifespan | Around 15 years in captivity |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Near Threatened |
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Published on June 11th 2017 by staff under Salamanders. Article was last reviewed on 30th September 2019.
