Eastern Mud Salamander
Pseudotriton montanus montanus

Common Name:	Eastern Mud Salamander
Scientific Name:	Pseudotriton montanus montanus
Etymology:
Genus:	pseudes is Greek for "false" and triton is the Greek sea god.
Species:	montanus is Latin meaning "belonging to a mountain".
Subspecies:	montanus is Latin meaning "belonging to a mountain".
Average Length:	3 - 6.5 in. (7.5 - 16.5 cm)
Virginia Record Length:
Record length:	8.1 in. (20.7 cm)

 

Virginia Wildlife Action Plan Rating Tier IV - Moderate Conservation Need - The species may be rare in parts of its range, particularly on the periphery. Populations of these species have demonstrated a significant declining trend or one is suspected which, if continued, is likely to qualify this species for a higher tier in the foreseeable future. Long-term planning is necessary to stabilize or increase populations.

 

Virginia Fish and Wildlife Information Service: Species Booklet

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