The many-lined salamander, believed to have disappeared from Florida for over three decades, was rediscovered in the northern wetlands. Nearly two dozen specimens were found, marking the first confirmed sightings since 1991. Researchers conducted a multi-year survey from 2022 to 2024 across various blackwater stream sites. Innovative methods, including the use of mesh bags filled with dried leaves, were employed. This elusive amphibian continues to face threats from wetland habitat loss, underscoring the need for conservation efforts.
Among our techniques was an innovative method using mesh bags filled with dried leaves to lure the salamanders, leading to our groundbreaking discovery.
The many-lined salamander, once believed extinct from Florida, highlights the importance of continued conservation efforts in protecting unique and vulnerable species.
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