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Allegheny Mountain Dusky Salamander

Desmognathus ochrophaeus

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Illustration of Allegheny Mountain Dusky Salamander (Desmognathus ochrophaeus)

The Allegheny Mountain Dusky Salamander is a variable, terrestrial salamander of Appalachian seeps and forest floors. It displays a remarkable range of color patterns from striped to uniform gray.

Habitat
Seeps, springs, and moist forest floors in the Appalachian Mountains
Diet
Small invertebrates and mites
How common
Common

Best time to see a Allegheny Mountain Dusky Salamander

The best time to see a Allegheny Mountain Dusky Salamander is April–July, when about 67% of U.S. sightings happen, based on 8,343 research-grade iNaturalist observations.

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