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yolodave
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California Tiger Salamander workshop

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I thought I'd share a few photos from our California Tiger Salamander Workshop we hosted today through the Coastal Training Program at the Elkhorn Slough Reserve, where I am the manager.


After a full day of classroom presentations regarding the natural history of this species, it was field time.

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Class participants learning how to dip for larvae.


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A successful dip.

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A very productive stock pond.

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A pair of larva.

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Learning seining techniques

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The one on the left is a Western Toad larva and the two on the right are Chorus Frogs.

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Dipping with a view.

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A surprise Red-legged Frog

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A lone newt found in the pond.

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A pair of Blue Milkweed Beetles, Chrysochus cobaltinus

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The sun setting over the hill.

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The end of a good day. Good to get away from the computer for a day.

Thanks for looking.

Dave
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That looks like a ton of fun!

The salamanders and newt were my favorites, but I think that frog was up to no good :evil:
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Very cool :thumb: Excellent photos displaying the process of the workshop! I enjoyed the balance, color, and clearity! I like the shots of the larvae in the nets as well :beer: Nice post
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Very cool! Nice job, Dave.

JiMm
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