The Sacramento Mountains Salamander is one of only two Aneides species with no toe pads. Found only in mixed conifer forest in the Sacramento Mountains of New Mexico. A rare, disjunct species vulnerable to climate change.
Best time to see a Sacramento Mountains Salamander
The best time to see a Sacramento Mountains Salamander is July–August, when about 85% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 189 research-grade iNaturalist observations.
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