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Northern Two-lined Salamander
The northern two-lined salamanders are named because of their two lines on the body. The small species prefers watery places for living, but can stay away from water if the place is moist enough.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Order | Urodela |
Family | Plethodontidae |
Genus | Eurycea |
Scientific Name | Euryceabislineata |
Size | 2.5-4.7 in (6.35 -11.9 cm) |
Color | Yellowish brown or yellow body with transparent belly, two lines from head to tail |
Distribution | North-eastern province of North America |
Habitat | Seepages, streams, moist areas |
Diet | Spiders, centipedes, pillbugs, mayflies, and beetle |
Predators | Ring-necked snales, garter snakes, owls, and larger salamanders |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous |
Breeding Season | September-May |
Reproductive Age | 3-4 years |
IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
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Published on January 7th 2019 by staff under Salamanders. Article was last reviewed on 7th January 2019.