Amphibians of Ruffner Mountain

Webster's Salamander

The Webster's salamander (Plethodon websteri) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to the United States. Its natural habitat is temperate forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Northern Slimy Salamander

The northern slimy salamander (Plethodon glutinosus) is a species of terrestrial plethodontid salamander found throughout much of the eastern two-thirds of the United States.

Southern Zigzag Salamander

The Southern Zigzag Salamander (Plethodon ventralis) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to the United States.

Spotted Dusky Salamander

The spotted dusky salamander (Desmognathus conanti) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to the United States.

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