Print of Grotto Salamander, Eurycea spelaea

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Framed Print of Grotto Salamander, Eurycea spelaea

The Grotto Salamander, Eurycea spelaea, was described in 1897. It was one of the first true cave salamanders known to science from North America. The species has an aquatic larval stage which can last in excess of five years. The larvae have fully functional eyes and can be found inhabiting surface streams which are connected to subterranean waters. The larvae are known to eat fresh bat guano. Most predators in subterranean systems will eat anything they can get because such ecosystems don't offer the volume of food items that a surface ecosystem offers. Adults are not known from outside of caves. They lose their pigment and their eyes degenerate into non-functional lumps. The eyelids of the salamander typically grow over them, leaving small dark lumps in old adults. This individual was photographed in Oklahoma's Ozarks in 2016, 2017, and 2018. Composite image of three different adult individuals. © Dante Fenolio / Science Source

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Bring the wonders of the natural world into your home with our Framed Prints. This image of the Grotto Salamander, Eurycea spelaea, by Dante Fenolio is a testament to the beauty and diversity of life on our planet. Discovered in 1897, this rare cave salamander has captivated scientists and nature lovers alike for generations. Now, you can own a piece of its history and be inspired by its charm every day.

In the depths of Oklahoma's Ozarks, a rare and enigmatic creature thrives. This composite print captures the essence of the Grotto Salamander, a species that has adapted to life in subterranean waters. With eyes that have degenerated into small dark lumps, these salamanders rely on other senses to navigate their underground world.

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