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The Indian salamander is called as
a) Siren
b) Tylototriton
c) Ambystoma
d) Necturus

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Hint:Siren Is the species of neotenic salamander. Ambystoma tigrinum is known as Tiger salamander. The Indians salamanders are the genius of the newest crocodile newt. They are also called nooby newts.

Complete answer:
Tylototriton is known as a species of Indian salamander. Salamanders are a group of amphibians who have a lizard-like appearance. Salamanders have short limbs projecting at right angles to the body and they also contain a tail in both Larva and adult form. If we talk about the highest diversity of salamanders it is present in the Northern hemisphere and most species are found in the holarctic realm as well as present in the new tropical realm. salamanders do not have or very rarely have more than 4 on their front legs and 5 rear legs but some species have fewer digits and other lack hind limbs. They have permeable skin usually which makes them reliant near water or other cool damp places. These kinds of animals are capable of regenerating the Lost Live as well as another damaged part of their body, unlike other animals. Some of the salamander species are fully aquatic throughout their life. Some take to the water when small and are entirely Terrestrial as adults. It depends on different species of salamander.

Hence the correct answer is ‘b’.

Note:The Indian salamander can reach a length of 20 cm. The tongue of this organism is small and is free on the side and only slightly towards the teeth. Teeth are present in two rows on the palate. The skull has the bony form and these are the features Indian salamander. They have five toes and the tail is flat to help in swimming. The head is wide and the snout is short and the head has three prominent bony ridges with pores. These salamanders do not contain any lobe on their lips.