Gray Cheek Salamander (IMAGE) Clemson University Caption New research from Clemson University shows that the gray cheek salamander, which inhabits the Southern Appalachian Mountains, actually harnesses its unique ability to regenerate limbs to rapidly minimize the impact of hot temperatures. Credit Clemson Biological Sciences Department, courtesy of Mike Sears Usage Restrictions None 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.