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Caddo Mountain Salamander (Plethodon caddoensis)

Caddo Mountain Salamander

Plethodon caddoensis

NT Near Threatened

Close to qualifying as threatened

Source: IUCN Red List

About the Caddo Mountain Salamander

The Caddo Mountain salamander (Plethodon caddoensis) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae endemic to Arkansas in the south-central United States, and only known from the Caddo Mountains, a part of the Ouachita Mountains.

Key Facts

  • Near threatened - close to being at risk.

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Caddo Mountain Salamander?

The scientific name of the Caddo Mountain Salamander is Plethodon caddoensis.

Is the Caddo Mountain Salamander endangered?

The Caddo Mountain Salamander is classified as Near Threatened on the IUCN Red List.

How many Caddo Mountain Salamander sightings have been recorded?

196 observations of the Caddo Mountain Salamander have been recorded on iNaturalist.

196 observations on iNaturalist
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