Allegheny Mountain Dusky Salamander
Desmognathus ochrophaeus

Common Name:	Alleghany Mountain Dusky Salamander
Scientific Name:	Desmognathus ochrophaeus
Etymology:
Genus:	Desmos is Greek for  "ligament",  gnathos is Greek for "jaw"  - This refers to the bundle of ligaments holding the jaw.
Species:	ochros is Greek for "yellow" or "pale", phaeos is Greek for "light". This refers to the bright coloration of some specimens.
Average Length:	2.8 - 4 in. (7 - 10 cm)
Virginia Record Length:
Record length:	4.4 in. (11.1 cm)

 

Virginia Fish and Wildlife Information Service: Species Booklet

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