Saving Salamanders Quiz

What type of animal is a salamander?

• Mammal

• Amphibian

• Bird

• Reptile

Where do salamanders usually live?

• On mountain tops

• Under rocks and logs near water

• In the ocean

• In deserts

What is the biggest salamander in North America called?

• Giant Salamander

• Hellbender

• Fire Salamander

• Tiger Salamander

How long can a hellbender grow?

• Four feet

• Three feet

• Two feet

• One foot

Why are hellbenders important to rivers and streams?

• They eat harmful insects

• They help people know if the water is clean and healthy

• They clean the water

• They provide food for fish

What do people do to help salamanders and other animals?

• Build dams

• Feed them daily

• Plant trees near water

• Catch and keep them as pets

What happens if the water gets too polluted or warm?

• Hellbenders thrive

• The water becomes clearer

• Hellbenders leave or die

• More fish come

Who supports the conservation efforts for salamanders?

• National Fish and Wildlife Foundation

• World Health Organization

• United Nations

• Greenpeace