Apalachicola dusky salamander
A species of Dusky salamanders Scientific name : Desmognathus apalachicolae Genus : Dusky salamanders
Apalachicola dusky salamander, A species of Dusky salamanders
Scientific name: Desmognathus apalachicolae
Genus: Dusky salamanders
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Description
The Apalachicola dusky salamander (Desmognathus apalachicolae) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is threatened by habitat loss.
General Info
Lifespan
5-10 years
Diet
Apalachicola dusky salamander primarily engages in carnivorous feeding patterns, seeking out and digesting small invertebrates. This includes a range of diverse organisms such as spiders, beetles, and worms, which it locates in its amphibious woodland habitat.
Appearance
Apalachicola dusky salamander is a small salamander with a streamlined body and smooth, moist skin. It has a characteristic dark brown to black coloration with a light belly and possesses prominent beige or yellowish stripes on its sides. Females may exhibit a lighter coloration than males. This species does not have any prominent wings, horns or tails. Differences in appearance between different ages and subspecies are not significant.
Behavior
Apalachicola dusky salamander is a largely sedentary and solitary species, with a preference for aquatic habitats. It has nocturnal foraging habits, primarily feeding on aquatic invertebrates. Non-aggressive, individual apalachicola dusky salamander maintains reserved territories which are rarely defended.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Salamanders Family
Lungless salamanders Genus
Dusky salamanders Species
Apalachicola dusky salamander 
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