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Other

Online Field Guide: Great Crested Newt

For Students Pre-K - 1st
Thorough guide to the scientific study of the Great Crested Newt, written by an expert in the field of herpetology (the study of amphibians and reptiles).
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Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Caudata

For Students 9th - 10th
An overview of the many types of salamanders found around the world. Included is a large bank of photos of the various species and their classification information.
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Interactive
National Geographic Kids

National Geographic Kids: Animals: Spotted Salamander

For Students 3rd - 8th
National Geographic site engages users with colorful photos and extensive facts about Spotted Salamanders. Be sure to click on the video link to view a short clip on these fascinating animals.
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Handout
San Diego Zoo Global

San Diego Zoo: Salamander and Newt

For Students 9th - 10th
This excellent resource from the San Diego Zoo presents extensive information on salamanders and newts including details about their habitat, physical characteristics, size, diet, family life, conservation status, and fun facts.
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Handout
Canadian Museum of Nature

Canadian Museum of Nature: Yellow Spotted Salamander

For Students 9th - 10th
With a number of images and text, characteristics of the Yellow-spotted Salamander are discussed.
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Activity
Sheppard Software

Sheppard Software: Newts

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives a brief description of a newt, including its behavior, appearance, reproduction, and classification. The site includes photos and illustrations and an interactive quiz to test your understanding.
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Activity
Sheppard Software

Sheppard Software: Salamanders

For Students 9th - 10th
This site gives an in-depth description of a salamander, including its behavior, appearance, reproduction, and classification. The site includes photos and illustrations and an interactive quiz to test your understanding.
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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: California Tiger Salamander

For Students 9th - 10th
This site created by NatureWorks focuses on the California Tiger Salamander. The content of this resource includes a look at this species' characteristics, range, habitat, food, reproduction, and behavior.
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Handout
Regents of the University of Michigan

Animal Diversity Web: Salamandra Salamandra (Fire Salamander)

For Students 9th - 10th
Site contains information on the Salamandra Salamandra (Fire Salamander). Includes geographic range, habitat, physical description, reproduction, behavior, food habits, and conservation status as well as other information and pictures.
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Website
Other

Caudata Culture: Crested Newts

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This site describes the four species of crested newts, including information regarding their range and hatitat, and the similarities and differences of the species.
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Article
Animal Fact Guide

Animal Fact Guide: Spotted Salamander

For Students 3rd - 8th
Read interesting facts on the Spotted Salamander including information on its physical characteristics, habitat (with a distribution map), diet, breeding patterns, unique traits and behavior, conservation status, and tips on what you can...
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Handout
A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Newt (Lissotriton Vulgaris)

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides images and a summary of the Newt while offering statistics and details on the species habitat, appearance, breeding, behaviour, and conservation status.
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A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Olm (Proteus Anguinus)

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides photographs and a fact card about the olm, a blind salamander. Discusses where they are found, physical characteristics, habitat, diet, predators, reproduction, and their population decline.
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A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Salamander (Caudata)

For Students 9th - 10th
Provides photographs and a fact card about the salamander, an amphibian. Discusses where they are found, physical characteristics, the diversity of species, their unique skin and gland secretions, and population decline from threats to...
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Handout
A-Z Animals

A Z Animals: Animal Facts: Tiger Salamander (Ambystoma Tigrinum)

For Students 9th - 10th
This entry identifies the defining characteristics of the Ambystoma Tigrinum, more commonly known as the Tiger Salamander.
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Unit Plan
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: Salamanders

For Students 6th - 8th
[Free Registration/Login may be required to access all resource tools.] Salamanders are characterized by slender bodies, short legs, and long tails. They are most closely related to the caecilians, little-known legless amphibians. Learn...
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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Blue Spotted Salamander

For Students Pre-K - 1st
This site created by NatureWorks focuses on the Blue-Spotted Salamander. The content of this resource includes a look at this species' characteristics, range, habitat, food, and more.
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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Marbled Salamander

For Students 9th - 10th
The marbled salamander lives in forests and woodlands in the eastern part of the United States, where it is an endangered species in certain states. Students and teachers will find the content to include a look at the species' life...
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PBS

Nh Pbs: Nature Works: Western Red Backed Salamander

For Students 9th - 10th
Learn more about the Western Red-Backed Salamander through the exploration of this resource. This site features information ranging from characteristics and range to life cycle and diet.
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Interactive
American Museum of Natural History

American Museum of Natural History: Hellbender O Logy Card

For Students 3rd - 8th
OLogy cards are like virtual baseball cards about all kinds of science topics. This one is about a salamander called the hellbender and it contains information about the habitat, diet, and other ecological information. See if you can...
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eBook
CK-12 Foundation

Ck 12: Life Science: 10.8 Salamanders

For Students 9th - 10th
Understand the characteristics and behaviors of salamanders.
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Handout
Environmental Education for Kids

Eek!: Species With Status: Common

For Students 3rd - 8th
Common species are those that exist in large numbers. A species may be locally abundant, but not broadly common. Examples of common Wisconsin species are presented here.
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Chicago Zoological Society

Chicago Zoological Society: Zoo Explorer: Barred Tiger Salamander

For Students 3rd - 5th
Learn all about the barred tiger salamander by browsing this reference from the Brookfield Zoo. In addition to quick facts, this animal guide provides information on its appearance, habitat, breeding, and eating habits.
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Smithsonian Institution

Smithsonian National Zoo: Japanese Giant Salamander

For Students 9th - 10th
As part of the Asia Trail exhibit at the National Zoo, this site highlights various facts and interesting information on the Japanese Giant Salamander. In addition to several pictures, the site provides a description and information on...