Grotto Salamander
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| Typhlotriton spelaeus Stejneger, 1892 |
The Grotto Salamander (Typhlotriton spelaeus) is a species of salamander in the Plethodontidae family. It is monotypic within the genus Typhlotriton. It is endemic to the United States.
Its natural habitats are freshwater springs, inland karsts, and caves. It is threatened by habitat loss.
[edit] Source
- Hammerson, G. 2004. Typhlotriton spelaeus. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 23 July 2007.
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