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The Ozark Hellbender is a large aquatic salamander. This type of salamander is only found in Southern Missouri and Arkansas. Ozark Hellbenders can only survive in cool, clear waters and are most active at night. Today, Hellbenders reside in about three isolated rivers in these two states.

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There are four main reasons the Ozark Hellbender is endangered. They are suffering from abnormalities, habitat loss, disease and nest disruption. Habitat loss and nest disruption are both harmful effects caused by humans. Mining near their nests has resulted in them not having enough rocks for shelter and forcing them to leave.

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The Ozark Hellbender is the largest species of salamander in North America; they can grow up to two feet long and can weigh six pounds. Though they are pretty large, they are able to flatten their bodies and slide between small spaces in rock beds.

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There are researchers trying to determine how to stop the non-man made harmful threats to the salamanders. Missouri and Arkansas are also creating safe environments for the remaining salamanders to live in.

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These salamanders have been slowly declining in population over the past fifteen years. As of now, there are fewer than 590 Ozark Hellbenders alive. You can help by spreading awareness about the decline of this unique species.