Longtail Salamander, Eurycea longicauda

Longtail Salamander (from the AR MI Atlas )

An adult Longtail Salamander ( click for larger image).

Description: One of Ohio's longest salamanders, the tail of this aptly named animal comprises 60-65% of its total length (up to 9"). The ground color is usually some shade of yellow or orange, but may be brownish in some individuals. Unlike the closely related Cave Salamander, the black spots on the Long-tailed Salamander are usually arranged into weak rows and form bars on either side of the distal portion of the tail.

Distribution in Ohio: Southwestern...

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Date: 2010-01-23 22:00:05
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