Hey there,

[pyropyrope]

Hello
I'm Jasper!
I'm 18 and just got into amphibians, but I've had a long interest in replies. Recently someone posted in my colleges Facebook group that they had a dozen yellow spotted salamanders that needed homes, and I was willing to provide one. Two days, an Amazon order, and a trip to the other side of campus later I was the proud owner of a squiggly sausage about the size of my thumb.
I'm super excited to find the community online so I can give this lil guy the best chance possible in my dorm

 

[Otterwoman]

Welcome to the forum! YOu have started out with a beautiful species.

 

[frogbody]

Congrats on your new slimy baby!! I'm also 18, but I've had a lot of experience with salamanders and amphibians in general, starting from my time as a feral 3 year old practically living at the foot of the Smoky Mountains.
I've kept some spotted salamanders in the past, and I'm excited to see your progress with the little guy. Good luck!