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Southern zigzag salamander

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The southern zigzag salamander (Plethodon ventralis) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to the United States.

Habitat

Its natural habitats are temperate forests, freshwater springs, rocky areas, and caves.

Reproduction

Adult females lay their eggs in caves during the summer.

Conservation status

It is threatened by habitat loss.

References

  1. ^ IUCN SSC Amphibian Specialist Group (2014). "Plethodon ventralis". IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. 2014: e.T59359A56290030. doi:10.2305/IUCN.UK.2014-1.RLTS.T59359A56290030.en. Retrieved 16 November 2021.
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Southern zigzag salamander: Brief Summary

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The southern zigzag salamander (Plethodon ventralis) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to the United States.

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