Send us a textIn this episode of Rarefied the podcast, host Meredith Meeker delves into the intriguing world of the Jefferson Salamander, a rare and imperiled amphibian found in Ontario, Canada. Meredith is joined by Jessica Linton, a senior biologist and project manager at NRSI, who shares her expertise on the species' lifecycle, habitat, and the unique reproductive strategy involving unisexual salamanders. The discussion also covers the threats facing the Jefferson Salamander, including habitat loss and climate change, and outlines efforts being made to protect this essential species, from road closures to conservation advocacy. Listeners are encouraged to take action to support endangered species protection and learn more about the fascinating lives of these elusive creatures.https://ecojustice.ca/news/ford-government-guts-endangered-species-act-slashes-wildlife-protections-in-ontario/?utm_campaign=Nature&utm_content=330670154&utm_medium=social&utm_source=linkedin&hss_channel=lcp-76254900:00 Introduction to Rarefied Podcast00:33 Meet the Jefferson Salamander01:54 Lifecycle and Unique Traits04:57 Habitat and Conservation Challenges05:57 Reproductive Strategies and Genetic Complexity14:06 Conservation Efforts and Public Engagement14:34 Threats and Protective Measures22:11 Public Involvement and Advocacy24:02 Eco Justice and Conservation Efforts24:36 Field Stories: Adventures with Salamanders26:38 Salamander Trapping Techniques27:28 Rapid Fire Questions: Fun Facts and Myths30:46 Challenges and Successes in Salamander Conservation35:25 Career Path and Outreach38:23 Conclusion and Call to Action

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