Definicja i Znaczenie "hellbender"

What is a "hellbender"?

A hellbender is a large aquatic salamander found in North America. It is characterized by its flat body, slimy skin, and fringed folds of skin along its sides. Hellbenders are adapted to live in fast-flowing rivers and streams, where they hide under rocks and hunt for small prey. These fascinating amphibians play an important role in maintaining the health of freshwater ecosystems. Despite their intimidating name, hellbenders are harmless to humans and are considered a unique and valuable part of the natural world.