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Plethodon cinereus
This is a red-backed salamander found in south-eastern Michigan. It also is growing back its tail.
We found this salamander inside of a rotten log in a moist area.
Spotted on May 10, 2020
Submitted on May 10, 2020
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Super spotting! Thanks for posting. Salamanders are considered to be one of the animals that indicates the health of an ecosystem because they are sensitive to changes in the environment.