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Sassy the blue spotted sassy salamander

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Just showing her off. Pure perfection ❤️
 

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That's a nice blue spotted salamander. Do you know what state it came from?
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She a wild caught from Indiana. Forgive me, I didn't understand the significance/status of this species at the time :(
 

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She a wild caught from Indiana. Forgive me, I didn't understand the significance/status of this species at the time :(
You mean they're protected? I don't know Indiana regulations.
 

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Actually no, they are only listed as a species of special concern but with the declining population it's obviously important to leave them undisturbed in nature when possible. So I have some guilt despite how much joy she brings me.
 
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