Of course, as phylogenetic trees branch, different lineages accumulate different traits. Figure 3 illustrates this idea using a clade that contains four lizard species. You can see that the ...

Despite physical and genetic separation, the two flatwoods salamander species appear to have similar life-history traits and suffer from similar threats. HABITAT: Both species occupy longleaf ...

Did you know that one U.S. state has more unique salamander species than anywhere else? This region is a hotspot for these fascinating amphibians, boasting incredible diversity and rare species.

ASHEVILLE, N.C.— The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service announced today that it would consider protecting the Hickory Nut Gorge green salamander under the Endangered Species Act. The agency now has 12 ...