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Asian Fungus Attacks Tiger Salamander

USD Graduate Student Drew Davis

South Dakota is home not only to mountain lions, but also tigers--tiger salamanders that is.

If you know where to look, you can find tiger salamanders across the state.    
 
But researchers fear these shy often elusive creatures could be wiped out by an invasive fungus that could come in from the Asian pet trade.

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