Category: Amphibians
Tiger salamanders are type of mole salamander native to North America named for their beautiful coloration – usually a banded or spotty combination of yellow, green, and/or black. These large salamanders have voracious appetites and grow to nearly one foot long. They also love to burrow and live in burrows that are usually two feet below the surface.
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tiger_salamander
http://www.reptilesmagazine.com/Care-Sheets/Frogs-Amphibians/Tiger-Salamander-Care-Sheet/
Swiss Army Skin
Amphibian skin is not covered in hair, feathers, or scales. It is thin and permeable, which allows them to actually breathe and drink through their skin! Their skin is not watertight, but they have mucous glands that produce secretions to help keep them from drying out Their skin also serves as a handy defense mechanism: nearly all amphibians have poison glands that make their skin toxic - and on top of that, it can even serve as a tasty treat after they shed it (yes, many amphibians eat their own sloughed off skin)!
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