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  1. John

    Press News Why scientists are desperate to find a salamander that’s been missing for 71 years

    Why scientists are desperate to find a salamander that’s been missing for 71 years More than 2,000 species worldwide are considered lost. Could finding them avert extinctions? AUSTIN, Texas — The room looked like something inside a haunted house. Rows and rows of metal storage shelves held...
  2. John

    Press News Red salamander found in Panamanian forest is a new species (New Scientist, May 2022)

    New Scientist, May 16th, 2022: Red salamander found in Panamanian forest is a new species The new-to-science Chiriquí fire salamander was found by a Panamanian team that has been investigating one of the least-explored regions of Central America...
  3. John

    Important US 2022 Salamander Ban Legislation is happening

    Update Friday Feb 4th 2022: US members: The America Competes Bill passed the House today. It now moves to the Senate. This marks the beginning of the end of all exotic animal hobbies in the US if it also passes in the Senate. Please contact your senators immediately - read more here: America...
  4. John

    Press News Frog back from the dead helps fight plans for mine in Ecuador

    Frog back from the dead helps fight plans for mine in Ecuador Campaigners say if copper mine gets go-ahead in cloud forest, the longnose harlequin, once thought to be extinct, will be threatened again. Reports of the longnose harlequin frog’s death appear to have been greatly exaggerated – or...
  5. John

    Press News All squeak, no bite: The common mudpuppy

    All squeak, no bite: The common mudpuppy Gills outside the body, a flat head and a propensity to eat anything it can fit in its mouth, it sounds like a description of an alien species, does it not? Luckily for us, this isn’t the work of H.G Wells, and these creatures aren’t going to attack us...
  6. John

    Sierra Morena Fire Salamander litter

    Over night, the season began with these Sierra Morena Fire Salamander larvae, Salamandra s. morena "Aracena". The mother is the heavily marked female, not the fatter one. Here is mom on her own earlier this year:
  7. John

    Press News Whatcom amphibian experts untangling mystery of the red-spotted newt. They need your help.

    There’s a new newt in town, and local amphibian experts are worried about what its presence could mean for Whatcom’s ecosystems. “The red-spotted newt is an adorable little critter, but everyone’s freaked,” said Vikki Jackson, program manager for the Whatcom County Amphibian Monitoring...
  8. John

    How glow-in-the-dark jellyfish inspired a scientific revolution (and GFP axolotls)

    This is a great summary of the discovery of Green Fluorescent Protein and its application in genetics and protein tracking, eventually leading to the creation of GFP-carrying Axolotls, Ambystoma mexicanum, in 2006. Excerpt from this article: "What makes a jellyfish glow? For scientists, asking...
  9. John

    Fire Salamander Spermatophores

    Here are 2 decapped but fresh spermatophores on paper towel in the box of a pair of Salamandra s. terrestris "Solling Hills", aka Banded Fire Salamanders. The spermatophore in the foreground has a slight sperm cap remnant still.
  10. John

    Press News Professor awarded over $1 million to study all-female unisexual salamanders found in Indiana

    INDIANAPOLIS — A Marian University professor has been awarded $1.1 million to study an unbelievable group of all-female salamanders that "steal" sperm from males of other species. Understanding the unisexual salamander could change the way humans view reproduction and fertility. "If you're...
  11. John

    Fire Salamanders Fighting

    Two male Sierra Morena Fire Salamanders fighting for dominance (Salamandra salamandra morenica). At the end 1 of them notices me and begs for food.
  12. John

    Inactive 40-Gallon Aqueon Standard Open Glass Aquarium Tank $45 + Free Curbside Pickup

    Petco USA has a 40-Gallon Aqueon Standard Open Glass Aquarium Tank on sale for $44.99 after you follow the instructions below. Select free curbside pickup if stock permits. Use coupon code welcomeFG...
  13. John

    What are the Wallpaper images?

    In case you're wondering what the animals in the wallpaper images are, here are the answers. If you're not sure what I mean, scroll down to the bottom and click the slider button beside where it says "Caudata Salamandra". Fire Salamander, Salamandra salamandra beschkovi. Barred Tiger Salamander...
  14. John

    The axolotl: critically threatened in Mexico, but a popular pet in China

    The smiley-faced salamander has long captivated audiences and perplexed scientists. Can its popularity as a pet help save it from extinction in the wild? https://dialogochino.net/en/trade-investment/axolotl-threatened-in-mexico-pet-in-china/
  15. John

    China Tried Saving an Ancient Amphibian. Chaos Ensued.

    Very interesting read about Chinese Giant Salamanders, with some rational talk about what does and doesn't constitute a species, and what our priorities should be for conservation. https://www.sixthtone.com/news/1008677/china-tried-saving-an-ancient-amphibian.-chaos-ensued.
  16. John

    Updated Advertisement Rules

    This list is a brief summary of the detailed rules that come after it. You should still read the detailed rules. All advertisements for money must be for captive bred animals. Long term captive animals may be rehomed for a nominal fee, but such ads are still subject to moderator discretion...
  17. John

    Win VIP Tickets to NARBC Tinley Park on October 7th, 8th and 9th!

    Competition Time! NARBC (The North American Reptile Breeders Conference) will take place in 2 weeks (October 9th and 10th) in Tinley Park, Illinois, USA (a suburb of Chicago). Caudata.org is offering a prize of 2 prepaid VIP tickets to attend (VIP tickets are show admission for the whole...
  18. John

    US Fire Salamander List - Discussion Thread

    This is the discussion thread for the resource "US List of Salamandra / Fire Salamanders". Please post your thoughts and comments below this post in this thread.
  19. John

    Gallaica "Extremadura" trio

    This is a trio of Salamandra s. gallaica "Extremadura". From left to right: Female, female, male. The left-hand female produced about 60 larvae this past spring.
  20. John

    Share a photo of your letters!

    My personal 3 letters are going out today: 1 to the Committee, and 1 to each of my state's senators (neither is on the committee). Have you sent your letters to help save the hobby?
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