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California Giant Salamander
Creekside, 28-May-05 |
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| Rotting logs provide excellent habitat for a variety of forest dwellers. | |
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| Including the secretive California Giant Salamander. Extremely large, Giants can reach lengths of 14 inches. (This one measured 8"+.) |
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| Although this specimen appears quite harmless, never attempt to pick one up.
California Giant Salamanders are aggressive when annoyed and have sharp teeth capable of inflicting a painful bite. |
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| To learn more about this secretive salamander, visit the California Herps website. |
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