Day: February 26, 2026

This month’s at-risk species is the Jefferson Salamander (Ambystoma jeffersonianum). The elusive amphibian overwinters in deciduous forested areas, while it breeds in vernal pools, which are temporary bodies of water that dry up in the summer. They are usually found under logs and other ground-lying objects, however, they are a rare find unless you are looking to observe them on breeding nights in the late winter or early spring