Mississippi slimy salamander
A species of Woodland salamanders Scientific name : Plethodon mississippi Genus : Woodland salamanders
Mississippi slimy salamander, A species of Woodland salamanders
Scientific name: Plethodon mississippi
Genus: Woodland salamanders
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Description
The Mississippi slimy salamander (Plethodon mississippi) is a species of terrestrial plethodontid salamander found throughout most of the U.S. state of Mississippi, western Alabama, western Tennessee, far western Kentucky, and eastern Louisiana. The Mississippi slimy salamander is part of the larger slimy salamander (P. glutinosus) complex.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Mississippi slimy salamander is largely a carnivore with a preference for small invertebrates. Its primary diet encompasses arachnids, insects, and annelids, showing a particular predilection for beetles. This creature feeds predominantly in its nocturnal active hours.
Appearance
Mississippi slimy salamander is a medium-sized salamander with a slim, elongated body. Its skin is smooth and moist, dominated by varying shades of brown and often displaying a row of prominent red-tipped dorsal glands. No distinctive features such as horns or wings are present. Adults usually exhibit more vibrant colorations than younger ones. There are no known significant differences in appearance due to gender or subspecies.
Behavior
Mississippi slimy salamander is a solitary species with territory-driven behavior, typically marking its area through scent. It exhibits nocturnal habits, emerging from cover at night to forage for invertebrates. Uniquely, during dry periods, it retreats underground to conserve moisture, demonstrating a significant adaptation for survival in its natural habitat.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Salamanders Family
Lungless salamanders Genus
Woodland salamanders Species
Mississippi slimy salamander 
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