Redback Salamander Abundance - Georgian Bay Islands

The park monitors abundance of redback salamanders in deciduous and mixed forests of Beausoleil Island. These salamanders are the most abundant vertebrate species in eastern forests, and their densities reflect condition of forest habitats. The park uses the cover board method for salamander monitoring.

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Last Updated April 17, 2026, 19:16 (UTC)
Created April 17, 2026, 19:16 (UTC)
contact_email prabir.roy@pc.gc.ca
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open_canada_date_published 2017-10-01 00:00:00
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title_fr Abondance des salamandres rouges - Îles-de-la-Baie-Georgienne
update_frequency P1Y