The Shovel-nosed Salamander is a sleek, stream-loving amphibian that’s made for life in fast-flowing mountain water. With its flattened snout and strong body, it’s uniquely…
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Dwarf Black-bellied Salamander
The Dwarf Black-bellied Salamander might not win any popularity contests next to flashy frogs or brightly colored newts, but it’s one of those hidden gems…
Blue Ridge Dusky Salamander
The Blue Ridge Dusky Salamander is a small, secretive amphibian that calls the cool, misty forests of the Appalachian Mountains home. It might not be…
Southern Gray-cheeked Salamander
Meet the Southern Gray-cheeked Salamander — a shy, nocturnal amphibian that lives high in the misty mountains of the southern Appalachians. This little creature is…
Red-cheeked Salamander
If you’re hiking the misty forests of the Great Smoky Mountains and happen to spot a small, dark salamander with a splash of red on…
Rich Mountain Salamander
If you ever find yourself hiking through the Ouachita Mountains and happen to spot a small, silky-black salamander with bright markings lounging under a rock…
South Mountain Gray-cheeked Salamander
If you’re hiking through the shaded forests of western North Carolina, keep your eyes peeled near the moist forest floor—you might just spot the South…
Big Levels Salamander
The Big Levels Salamander (Plethodon sherando) is a rare little amphibian known only from a small patch of forest in Virginia. With its bold spotting…
Northern Zigzag Salamander
Meet the Northern Zigzag Salamander — one of nature’s little stealth artists. This small, secretive amphibian is known for its squiggly stripe that gives it…
Southern Zigzag Salamander
The Southern Zigzag Salamander is a small, secretive amphibian that’s easy to overlook but fascinating if you know where to look. True to its name,…