Carolina mountain dusky salamander
A species of Dusky salamanders Scientific name : Desmognathus carolinensis Genus : Dusky salamanders
Carolina mountain dusky salamander, A species of Dusky salamanders
Scientific name: Desmognathus carolinensis
Genus: Dusky salamanders
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Description General Info
Description
The Carolina Mountain Dusky Salamander (Desmognathus carolinensis) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae.
General Info
Lifespan
5-7 years
Diet
Carolina mountain dusky salamander has a predominantly carnivorous diet, feeding chiefly on small invertebrates. Primarily, it prefers soft-bodied prey like earthworms, slugs, and insect larvae, using its sticky, projectile tongue to capture them.
Appearance
The carolina mountain dusky salamander is a medium-sized salamander, with a slender body, elongated head, and pronounced tail. Its wet, smooth skin is predominantly brown with a subtle bronze hue. The dorsal area showcases a distinctive pattern of irregular dark spots. It lacks any horn, wing, or fur. Younger individuals display brighter coloration than the more muted adults. There are no significant differences based on gender or subspecies.
Behavior
Carolina mountain dusky salamander are primarily nocturnal, displaying crepuscular behavior during dawn and dusk. They exhibit notable predatory tendencies against small invertebrates. Solitary in nature, individuals often carve out territories, utilizing chemosensory behaviors for territorial marking. They prefer damp environments, adapting to a semi-aquatic lifestyle.
Population
Stable
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Salamanders Family
Lungless salamanders Genus
Dusky salamanders 
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