Presentation is loading. Please wait.

Presentation is loading. Please wait.

Salamanders of Idaho Ambystomatidae Mole Salamanders Long-toed Salamander Long-toed Salamander Barred Tiger Salamander Idaho Giant Salamander Plethodontidae.

Published byMarilynn Joseph Modified over 9 years ago

Similar presentations

Presentation on theme: "Salamanders of Idaho Ambystomatidae Mole Salamanders Long-toed Salamander Long-toed Salamander Barred Tiger Salamander Idaho Giant Salamander Plethodontidae."— Presentation transcript:

1 Salamanders of Idaho Ambystomatidae Mole Salamanders Long-toed Salamander Long-toed Salamander Barred Tiger Salamander Idaho Giant Salamander Plethodontidae Lungless Salamanders Plethodontidae Lungless Salamanders Coeur d’Alene Salamander Salamandridae Newts Newts Roughskinned Newt Roughskinned Newt

2 Salamander Characteristics

3 Slender, Max length 4 inches (102mm) Bulky, max length 13 inches (330mm)

4 Salamander Characteristics Leonard et al. 1993

5 Salamander Characteristics Leonard et al. 1993

6 Salamander Characteristics

7

8 Adult Salamanders Ambystomatidae Plethodontidae Plethodontidae Salamandridae

9 Long-toed Salamander Ambystoma macrodactylum Max length= 6.25 inches (160mm)Max length= 6.25 inches (160mm) SVL length= 3.5 inches (85 mm)SVL length= 3.5 inches (85 mm) Rounded headRounded head Smooth skinSmooth skin Costal grooves presentCostal grooves present C.R. Peterson

10 Long-toed Salamander Eggs Eggs laid in … Eggs laid in … Either laid singly or in clusters Either laid singly or in clusters Take 2-4 weeks to hatch into larvae Take 2-4 weeks to hatch into larvae C.R. Peterson

11 Long-toed Salamander Larva Larval period lasts from 50 days - 14 months Larval period lasts from 50 days - 14 months Balancers present Balancers present Neoteny has not been observed Neoteny has not been observed C.R. Peterson

12 Barred Tiger Salamander Characteristics Ambystoma mavortium Max length 13 inches (327mm)Max length 13 inches (327mm) SVL length 6.5 inches (162 mm)SVL length 6.5 inches (162 mm) Broad, rounded headBroad, rounded head Small, protruding eyesSmall, protruding eyes No nasolabial grooveNo nasolabial groove C.R. Peterson

13 Barred Tiger Salamander Eggs Eggs hatch in 2-4 weeks Eggs hatch in 2-4 weeks C.R. Peterson

14 Barred Tiger Salamander Larvae Larval stage can last from 10 weeks - 2 years Larval stage can last from 10 weeks - 2 years Lacks balancers Lacks balancers ____________ does occur in this species ____________ does occur in this species C.R. Peterson

15 Idaho Giant Salamander Adult Dicamptodon aterrimus ______, max length 13 inches (330mm) ______, max length 13 inches (330mm) Inconspicuous costal grooves Inconspicuous costal grooves No nasolabial groove No nasolabial groove Smooth skin Smooth skin C.R. Peterson

16 Idaho Giant Salamander Eggs Nussbaum, Brodie, and Storm. 1983. Eggs … Eggs … Females will guard and protect eggs and larvae until they leave the nest chamber. Females will guard and protect eggs and larvae until they leave the nest chamber. Dicamptodon ensatus

17 Idaho Giant Salamander Larvae Paedomorphic larvae may exceed 12” (300 mm) total length. Paedomorphic larvae may exceed 12” (300 mm) total length. Larval period lasts from 18 - 24 months Larval period lasts from 18 - 24 months Lacks balancers Lacks balancers After 24 months, if no metamorphosis, larvae become paedomorphic After 24 months, if no metamorphosis, larvae become paedomorphic C.R. Peterson

18 Coeur d’Alene Salamander Plethodon idahoensis Max length 4 inches (102mm) Max length 4 inches (102mm) Yellowish dorsal stripe with uneven edges Yellowish dorsal stripe with uneven edges Slender shape Slender shape Smooth skin Smooth skin Slightly webbed toes Slightly webbed toes C.R. Peterson

19 Coeur d’Alene Salamander Reproduction Eggs are laid in … Plethodon vandykei W. P. Leonard C.R. Peterson

20 Rough-skinned Newt Taricha granulosa Max length 7.9 inches (200mm) Max length 7.9 inches (200mm) Dark brown dorsal coloration Dark brown dorsal coloration No costal grooves No costal grooves No nasolabial groove No nasolabial groove Relatively small eyes Relatively small eyes C.R. Peterson

21 Rough-skinned Newt Larva W.P. Leonard External, feather-like gills External, feather-like gills Eyes along outer margin of head Eyes along outer margin of head C.R. Peterson

22 Similar Species Coeur d’Alene Salamander Long-toed Salamander C.R. Peterson W.P. Leonard

23 Tiger Salamander W. P. Leonard Idaho Giant Salamander Similar Species C.R. Peterson

24 Idaho Salamander Eggs Ambystomatidae Dicamptodontidae Plethodontidae W. P. Leonard Nussbaum, Brodie, and Storm. 1983. C.R. Peterson

25 Idaho Salamander Larvae Ambystomatidae Dicamptodontidae Salamandridae W. P. Leonard C.R. Peterson

26 Salamander Distributions

27 Salamander Habitat C.R. Peterson

28 Status and Conservation See species checklists See species checklists Idaho Department of Fish and Game – Conservation Data Center: Idaho Department of Fish and Game – Conservation Data Center: http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/cms/tech/CDC/

29 Conservation Status

30 Taxa GRank SRank ESAFSR1 FSR4 BLM IDFG Classification Idaho Giant Salamander Dicamptodon aterrimus G3S3 TYPE 3 Protected Nongame Species Coeur d'Alene Salamander Plethodon idahoensisG4S2 S TYPE 3 Protected Nongame Species APPENDIX B: COMMON AND SCIENTIFIC NAMES OF IDAHO SPECIES OF GREATEST CONSERVATION NEED. Assignment: Download this document and use it to fill out the species natural history tables.

31 Conservation Status

32 Detection / Collection Techniques for Salamanders C.R. Peterson

33 Detection / Collection Techniques for Salamanders

34 Detection / Collection Techniques for Salamanders C.R. Peterson

35 Detection / Collection Techniques for Salamanders C.R. Peterson

36 Detection / Collection Techniques for Salamanders

37 Detection / Collection Techniques for Salamanders C.R. Peterson

38 Detection / Collection Techniques for Salamanders C.R. Peterson

39 References Koch, E.D. and C.R. Peterson. 1996. Amphibians and Reptiles of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. University of Utah Press.Koch, E.D. and C.R. Peterson. 1996. Amphibians and Reptiles of Yellowstone and Grand Teton National Parks. University of Utah Press. Leonard, W.P., H.A. Brown, L.C. Jones, K.R. McAllister, and R.M. Storm. 1993. Amphibians of Washington and Oregon. Seattle Audubon Society, Seattle, Washington.Leonard, W.P., H.A. Brown, L.C. Jones, K.R. McAllister, and R.M. Storm. 1993. Amphibians of Washington and Oregon. Seattle Audubon Society, Seattle, Washington. Nussbaum, R.A. E.D. Brodie, and R.M. Storm. 1983. Amphibians and reptiles of the Pacific Northwest. University Press of Idaho, Moscow. 332 p.Nussbaum, R.A. E.D. Brodie, and R.M. Storm. 1983. Amphibians and reptiles of the Pacific Northwest. University Press of Idaho, Moscow. 332 p. Stebbins, R.C. 2003. A Field Guide to Western Reptiles and Amphibians. Houghton Mifflin Co., Boston.Stebbins, R.C. 2003. A Field Guide to Western Reptiles and Amphibians. Houghton Mifflin Co., Boston.

40 Further Information Corkran, C.C. and C.R. Thoms. 1996. Amphibians of Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia - A Field Identification Guide. Lone Pine Publishing, Vancouver, British Columbia.Corkran, C.C. and C.R. Thoms. 1996. Amphibians of Oregon, Washington, and British Columbia - A Field Identification Guide. Lone Pine Publishing, Vancouver, British Columbia. Digital Atlas of Idaho: http://imnh.isu.edu/digitalatlas/Digital Atlas of Idaho: http://imnh.isu.edu/digitalatlas/ Groves, C. 1994. Idaho’s Amphibians and Reptiles. Nongame Leaflet # 7. Idaho Department of Fish and Game.Groves, C. 1994. Idaho’s Amphibians and Reptiles. Nongame Leaflet # 7. Idaho Department of Fish and Game. http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/tech/CDC/heritage_ranks.cfmIdaho Department of Fish and Game – Conservation Status: http://fishandgame.idaho.gov/tech/CDC/heritage_ranks.cfm Lannoo, M. 2006. Amphibian Declines: The Conservation Status of United States Species. University of California Press.Lannoo, M. 2006. Amphibian Declines: The Conservation Status of United States Species. University of California Press. Petranka, JW. 1998. Salamanders of the United States and Canada.Petranka, JW. 1998. Salamanders of the United States and Canada.

41 Review Question for Exam Be able to identify the Idaho species of salamanders without the use of any reference materials.Be able to identify the Idaho species of salamanders without the use of any reference materials. Be able to describe the characteristics, distribution, habitat, activity patterns, diets, defensive adaptations, and reproductive habitats, and conservation status of the Idaho salamanders from memory.Be able to describe the characteristics, distribution, habitat, activity patterns, diets, defensive adaptations, and reproductive habitats, and conservation status of the Idaho salamanders from memory.

42 15. Identify the family.

43 16. Identify the species. 17. What does this species eat?

44 18. What species of salamander might you find in this pond in southeastern Idaho?

45 19. How does this species defend itself ?

Download ppt "Salamanders of Idaho Ambystomatidae Mole Salamanders Long-toed Salamander Long-toed Salamander Barred Tiger Salamander Idaho Giant Salamander Plethodontidae."

Similar presentations

Amphibian Classification

Amphibian Classification
Salamander Identification Guide

Salamander Identification Guide
Frogs and Wetlands By Shane Roberts. Taxonomy Kingdom Animalia Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Phylum Chordata Class Amphibia Class Amphibia Order Anura.

Frogs and Wetlands By Shane Roberts. Taxonomy Kingdom Animalia Kingdom Animalia Phylum Chordata Phylum Chordata Class Amphibia Class Amphibia Order Anura.
AMPHIBIANS Ms. Bridgeland 5th Grade.

AMPHIBIANS Ms. Bridgeland 5th Grade.
Amphibians & Reptiles Donald Winslow, 7 April 2008 Readings from Hickman, et al., 2008 Ch 25 544-559 (amphibians)‏; Ch 26: 563-582 (reptiles)‏

Amphibians & Reptiles Donald Winslow, 7 April 2008 Readings from Hickman, et al., 2008 Ch (amphibians)‏; Ch 26: (reptiles)‏
Animal Life Cycles Identify the different stages that animals go through in a life cycle. Compare the life cycles of different kinds of animals.

Animal Life Cycles Identify the different stages that animals go through in a life cycle. Compare the life cycles of different kinds of animals.
Herpetology Salamanders.  Kingdom: Animalia  Phylum: Chordata  Subphylum: Vertebrata  Class: Amphibia  Order: Caudata  Family:  Genus:  Specific:

Herpetology Salamanders.  Kingdom: Animalia  Phylum: Chordata  Subphylum: Vertebrata  Class: Amphibia  Order: Caudata  Family:  Genus:  Specific:
Pacific Tree Frog An Animal Report By Kiet Quach.

Pacific Tree Frog An Animal Report By Kiet Quach.
Necturus maculosus COMMON MUDPUPPY. Range and Habitat o Found in most eastern states of the U.S. and parts of southern Canada. o Live in permanent water.

Necturus maculosus COMMON MUDPUPPY. Range and Habitat o Found in most eastern states of the U.S. and parts of southern Canada. o Live in permanent water.
Class Reptilia the reptiles. General Characteristics Evolved from amphibians and most dominant on land Cold blooded – ectothermic –Activity is regulated.

Class Reptilia the reptiles. General Characteristics Evolved from amphibians and most dominant on land Cold blooded – ectothermic –Activity is regulated.
REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS 2008 MENTOR INVITATIONAL.

REPTILES AND AMPHIBIANS 2008 MENTOR INVITATIONAL.
Chapter 30 – Nonvertebrate Chaordates, Fishes, & Amphibians B $100 $200 $300 $400 $500 $100$100$100 $200 $300 $400 $500 Topic 1Topic 2Topic 3Topic 4 Topic.

Chapter 30 – Nonvertebrate Chaordates, Fishes, & Amphibians B $100 $200 $300 $400 $500 $100$100$100 $200 $300 $400 $500 Topic 1Topic 2Topic 3Topic 4 Topic.
Chapter 3 Section 3.

Chapter 3 Section 3.
Metamorphosis of the Frog

Metamorphosis of the Frog
Marc P. Hayes Washington Department of FISH AND WILDLIFE Amphibians and Forested Wetlands.

Marc P. Hayes Washington Department of FISH AND WILDLIFE Amphibians and Forested Wetlands.
Amphibians and Reptiles Chapter 18 Section 2 6 th Grade Chapter 18 Section 2 6 th Grade.

Amphibians and Reptiles Chapter 18 Section 2 6 th Grade Chapter 18 Section 2 6 th Grade.
AMPHIBIANS Amphibians What’s so special about amphibians?  Life Cycle: Double life  Physical Characteristics  Ectothermic  Eggs  Skin  Three orders.

AMPHIBIANS Amphibians What’s so special about amphibians?  Life Cycle: Double life  Physical Characteristics  Ectothermic  Eggs  Skin  Three orders.
Salamanders. Amphibians vs. Reptiles  Both: ectothermic (cold-blooded), secretive, members of food chain  Amphibians  Moist skin, can breathe through.

Salamanders. Amphibians vs. Reptiles  Both: ectothermic (cold-blooded), secretive, members of food chain  Amphibians  Moist skin, can breathe through.
Amphibians I BIOL 4270. Amphibian Diversity & Adaptations Goals: 1)Examine the adaptations that have made amphibians so successful 2)Examine some of the.

Amphibians I BIOL Amphibian Diversity & Adaptations Goals: 1)Examine the adaptations that have made amphibians so successful 2)Examine some of the.
Amphibians. Characteristics Amphibians are frogs, salamanders, and caecilian. Amphibians vary greatly but have a few common traits. Amphibians have moist.

Amphibians. Characteristics Amphibians are frogs, salamanders, and caecilian. Amphibians vary greatly but have a few common traits. Amphibians have moist.

Similar presentations

Ads by Google