Many-lined Salamander
Stereochilus marginatus
| Common Name: | Many-lined Salamander |
| Scientific Name: | Stereochilus marginatus |
| Etymology: | |
| Genus: | stereos is Greek meaning "firm or solid", cheilos is Greek for "lip". Referring to the manner of tongue
attachment. |
| Species: | marginatus is
Latin meaning "bordered or lined". Referring to streaked/striped
color pattern found on some individuals of this species. |
| Average Length: | 2.5 - 3.75 in. (6.4 - 9.5 cm) |
| Virginia Record Length: | |
| Record length: | 4.5 in. (11.4 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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