Spotted Salamander (IMAGE) Cary Institute of Ecosystem Studies Caption Spotted salamanders begin life in the water. During their aquatic larval phase, they are efficient predators of mosquito larvae. Credit John P. Clare Usage Restrictions May be used to promote this press release License Licensed content Disclaimer: AAAS and EurekAlert! are not responsible for the accuracy of news releases posted to EurekAlert! by contributing institutions or for the use of any information through the EurekAlert system.