lungless salamander (Meaning)
lungless salamander (n)
mostly terrestrial salamanders that breathe through their thin moist skin; lay eggs in moist places on land; rarely enter water
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mostly terrestrial salamanders that breathe through their thin moist skin; lay eggs in moist places on land; rarely enter water
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The lungless salamander (Plethodontidae) is an enigmatic creature that has adapted to living in moist environments.
Unlike other amphibians, lungless salamanders lack lungs and instead respire through their skin.
The lungless salamander's body is covered in a thick layer of mucus, which aids in respiration and prevents desiccation.
Lungless salamanders are primarily found in temperate forests, where they dwell under rocks, logs, and leaf litter.
