The larva on the right is #1. Two smaller Pseudotriton larvae
were also dipnetted here, one of which is shown on the left.
This size difference presumably reflects a year's growth.
I strongly suspect that the smaller one is only about 3 months old,
and that #1 is about 15 months old.
One of the smaller larvae. This individual measured 22 mm TL.
Comment added, spring 2011: with the large light spots on the
sides of their bodies, I am now certain that these smaller larvae are
Pseudotriton montanus.
A closer look at #1.
The habitat where #1 was found. A seepage produced a layer of muck
about two inches thick.
Another view of the habitat.
The larva had just eaten 10 blackworms and was looking very plump!
The gills have nearly disappeared by this point.
Transformation is nearly complete. The spots are starting to darken.
Pseudotriton montanus!