Red hills salamander
A species of Phaeognathus Scientific name : Phaeognathus hubrichti Genus : Phaeognathus
Red hills salamander, A species of Phaeognathus
Scientific name: Phaeognathus hubrichti
Genus: Phaeognathus
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Description
The Red Hills salamander (Phaeognathus hubrichti) is a fairly large, terrestrial salamander growing to about 255 millimetres (10.0Â in). Its body color is gray to brownish without markings, and its limbs are relatively short. It is the official state amphibian of Alabama.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Appearance
Red hills salamander is a small, burrowing amphibian characterized by its elongated, cylindrical body and smooth, moist skin. Notably, it sports an earthy brown to blackish color, with lighter underparts. Its rather peculiar features include a pointed snout and tiny, hidden legs. This amphibian also exhibits 12 distinct costal grooves on each side of the body. There are no noticeable differences due to age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Red hills salamander are solitary, fossorial animals, spending much of their life in subterranean environments. Noted for their slow metabolisms, they feed primarily on detritus. Unique behavior includes oscillatory movements performed to deter predators. They live within distinct territories and resist intrusion, exhibiting remarkable strength when burrowed defensively.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Salamanders Family
Lungless salamanders Genus
Phaeognathus Species
Red hills salamander 
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