Georgia Blind Salamander
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| Eurycea wallacei or Haideotriton wallacei Carr, 1939 |
The Georgia Blind Salamander (Haideotriton wallacei) is a species of salamander in the Plethodontidae family. It is most commonly classified as genus Eurycea, but was historically considered monotypic within its own genus, Haideotriton. It is endemic to the United States.
Its natural habitats are inland karsts, caves, and subterranean habitats (other than caves). It is threatened by habitat loss.
[edit] References
- Hammerson, G.; Species Survival Commission (2004/2007). Haideotriton wallacei – Vulnerable. 2007 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. IUCN: The World Conservation Network.
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