What is another word for Ambystoma Maculatum?
Pronunciation: [ˌambɪstˈə͡ʊmə mˌakjʊlˈɑːtəm] (IPA) 
Ambystoma Maculatum, commonly known as the Spotted Salamander, is a species of salamander native to eastern North America. Synonyms for Ambystoma Maculatum include Brown-spotted Salamander, Eastern Spotted Salamander, and Yellow-spotted Salamander. The Spotted Salamander is identified by its striking black body with yellow or orange spots. This species has a unique breeding behavior where they migrate to vernal pools during the spring to lay their eggs. The eggs hatch into larvae, known as tadpoles, which develop into adults within two to five years. The Spotted Salamander is an important part of their ecosystem, as they help control insect populations and serve as a food source for larger predators.
