Finding yellow spotteds

[Munfy]

Hi.
I have recently been trying to find spotted salamanders, I believe I have found some promising spots, but I just keep finding redbacks. I am hoping for some of you with more expieriance may be able to help? Any input is appreciated. Thanks in advance.

 

[tallguy]

I generally had luck finding them near the pools they spawned in before they dispersed. That being said I usually found them in April.

 

[EasternNewtLove]

I've heard a good way to find some is driving on country roads or walking in the woods at night with a bright flashlight on a warm, rainy, Spring night. The yellow spots should really stand out.

 

[Munfy]

I did get out the other day, and found some nice vernal pools that look like they would be suitable. Do you know what type of land they prefer? I figured that gentle slopes near the vernal pools would be best, so the ground won't be too water logged. Does that sound right to anyone?

 

[Steve B]

They are found primarily in hardwood and mixed deciuous forest habitats, but may be found in mesic floodplains if forest cover is present.