Knowing the Hidden Wonders of Salamanders: 7 Fascinating Lesser-Known Facts
Salamanders are amphibians, which means they spend part of their lives in water and part on land.
Salamanders have a specialized gland on their tail called the cloaca, which secretes a sticky, toxic substance that they use to defend themselves against predators.
Some species lay their eggs on land and the young hatch as fully-formed miniature versions of their parents.
Salamanders are found all over the world, including in Europe, Asia, North America, and South America.
Some species of salamanders are completely aquatic and never leave the water, while others spend most of their lives on land.
Some species of salamanders, such as the axolotl, have the ability to regenerate lost limbs and even parts of their spinal cord.
Some species of salamanders, such as the hellbender, can grow up to two feet long, making them the largest amphibians in North America.