Tiger salamanders, which are widely distributed in the North American continent, excavate up to 2 feet of earth to live underground or burrow under heavy foliage. These animals are also known to frequently inhabit grasslands, forests, marshes and small bodies of water, such as ponds, lakes and creeks.
Tiger salamanders are amphibians that are often characterized by the distinctive colors and patterns on their bodies, which constantly change as they grow. The range of these animals cover a large portion of the United States, particularly the southeastern section of Alaska and all throughout Minnesota. They are also found in some parts of Canada, specifically in the southern Labrador area and in the southern perimeter of the Mexican Plateau.
