Climate threat, the plight of the southern Appalachian salamander

The southern Appalachian salamander breathes through its skin, making it highly sensitive to water quality and temperature changes. With rising average temperatures, their future is uncertain. The Appalachian region hosts the most salamander species globally. These salamanders, found in the Carolinas, Georgia, and Tennessee, require moist, forested habitats, which are rapidly shrinking and warming. Climate change and habitat loss pose significant threats to their survival.

How does the southern Appalachian salamander primarily breathe?

• Through gills

• Through its lungs

• Through its skin

• Through its mouth

Which region is known for having the most salamander species?

• Rocky Mountains

• Appalachian region

• Amazon Rainforest

• Sahara Desert

What is the maximum size an adult southern Appalachian salamander can reach?

• 7 inches

• 6 inches

• 5 inches

• 8 inches

In which states can the southern Appalachian salamander be found?

• California, Nevada, Arizona

• New York, Pennsylvania, Ohio

• Carolinas, Georgia, Tennessee

• Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas

What are the main threats to the southern Appalachian salamander's habitat?

• Invasive species and disease

• Climate change and habitat loss

• Overfishing and pollution

• Urbanization and agriculture