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Eastern hellbender
Scientific name: Cryptobranchus alleganiensis
IUCN Status: Vulnerable
Family: CRYPTBRANCHIDAE
Group: Amphibians
Shyness: Suspicious
Safe distance: 10 m
Breeding season / Courtship: 01.01-31.12
Gestation: 300 à 400 jours
Births: 31.12-15.01
Habitat:
Muddy and rocky rivers and streams, cool waters
Description:
The Eastern hellbender is one of the largest salamander species in the world, growing up to 75 cm in length. It primarily inhabits clear rivers and streams in the United States, where it hides among rocks and feeds on small aquatic invertebrates. This amphibian is particularly sensitive to water pollution and habitat loss. Due to these threats, the Eastern hellbender is classified as a vulnerable species.
Recommended lens:
>=Macro
Photography tips:
Photograph the Eastern hellbender using a macro lens to capture the details of its elongated body and moist skin. It is ideal to photograph this amphibian in its natural habitat, making sure not to disturb the fragile environment. Be patient, as this animal is often stationary and hard to spot in the water, hidden among the rocks.
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