Thursday, August 28, 2025

Question: Which small amphibian makes the Great Smoky Mountains the ‘Capital of the World,’ especially near Grotto Falls?

Answer: The Great Smoky Mountains National Park is home to a wide variety of wildlife, including birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. Smoky Mountain salamanders are the largest group of amphibians in the national park, with more than 30 different species calling the area home. Because of the large number of salamanders that live here, the Smoky Mountains have become known as the “Salamander Capital of the World.”