Valdina Farms Salamander
Eurycea troglodytes
High risk of extinction in the wild
Source: IUCN Red List
About the Valdina Farms Salamander
The Valdina Farms salamander (Eurycea troglodytes) is a species of aquatic salamander described from Valdina Farms Sinkhole in Medina County, Texas, United States. It is sometimes referred to as the Valdina blind salamander or sinkhole salamander. As some other species of Eurycea found in Texas, it was once classified as a subspecies of the Texas salamander, Eurycea neotenes, and believed to possibly be the result of hybridization with another species of subterranean salamander, but was granted...
Key Facts
- Vulnerable - facing a high risk of extinction.
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Valdina Farms Salamander?
The scientific name of the Valdina Farms Salamander is Eurycea troglodytes.
Is the Valdina Farms Salamander endangered?
The Valdina Farms Salamander is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.
How many Valdina Farms Salamander sightings have been recorded?
174 observations of the Valdina Farms Salamander have been recorded on iNaturalist.
