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Small-mouthed salamander
Ambystoma texanum
36.7473, -95.9808
Field Notes
Description:
The small-mouthed salamander grows from 4.5 to 7 inches. It is typically black or dark brown in color with light grey or silvery colored flecking, or grey blotching. It has a fairly small head, relative to its body, and a long tail. Males are typically smaller than females. Their bellies are black often with tiny flecks and has 14 to 15 coastal grooves.
Habitat:
It can tolerate many habitat types ranging from moist forest to moist prairie.
Notes:
I was fortunate to find this one under a section of railroad tie in my backyard.
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Small-mouthed salamander - Ambystoma texanum - Overview
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PublishedJanuary 18, 2012
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