Photo of Blue Spotted Salamander

Blue Spotted Salamander


Scientific Name:

The scientific name for the Blue Spotted Salamander is Ambystoma laterale

Where they're located in New Jersey: 

Blue Spotted Salamanders can be found in the northern region of the state

Placement on Endangerment Scale: 

Endangered (EN)

Physical Characteristics:

Blue Spotted Salamanders have blue to black coloring with light blue spots across the body. They can grow to be 3.5-5 inches in length.

Preferred habitat:

Vernal pools, marshes, swamps, ditches or woods with rotting logs