Life Cycle of a Salamander

What is the first stage in the life cycle of a salamander?

• Tadpole stage

• Pupa stage

• Egg stage

• Adult stage

During which stage does a salamander lay eggs?

• larva

• pupa

• juvenile

• adult

What is the process called when a larva transforms into an adult salamander?

• Evolution

• Metamorphosis

• Transition

• Mutation

At what stage does a salamander develop lungs to breathe air?

• Pupa stage

• Adult stage

• Egg stage

• Larval stage

Where do salamanders typically lay their eggs?

• In caves

• Water or moist environments

• In trees

• In deserts

What do salamander larvae primarily feed on?

• Large terrestrial mammals

• Tropical fruits

• Processed foods

• Small aquatic invertebrates

What do adult salamanders eat?

• Plants and flowers

• Birds and mammals

• Insects, worms, small fish, and amphibians

• Rocks and dirt

What type of habitat do salamanders prefer?

• Sandy habitats

• Moist habitats

• Dry habitats

• Mountain habitats

How long does it take for a salamander egg to hatch?

• 2-4 weeks

• 4-6 weeks

• 1-3 weeks

• 1-2 days

What is the average lifespan of a salamander in the wild?

• 20-25 years

• 10-15 years

• 5-8 years

• 2-4 years