Scientific Name: Siren lacertina
Photo Credit: Kevin Stohlgren
Topics Related to Amphibians - Salamanders
Scientific Name: Necturus punctatus
Photo Credit: Kevin Stohlgren
The dwarf waterdog is a fully aquatic salamander that grows up to about 7.5 inches long. It has four toes on each foot, feathery external gills, and a flattened tail for swimming. Found in streams from Virginia to Georgia, it tends to avoid deeper river channels. This species feeds on small prey like worms, insects, and other aquatic invertebrates.
Scientific Name: Necturus lewisi
Classification: Nongame species; state listed as special concern
Range/Abundance: Rare; found only in the Neuse & Tar River systems (brown)
Photo Credit: Jeff Hall
Scientific Name: Necturus maculosus
Classification: Nongame species; state listed as special concern
Range/Abundance: Rare
Photo Credit: Todd Pierson
Scientific Name: Cryptobranchus a. alleganiensis
Classification: Nongame species; state listed as special concern
Range/Abundance: Rare
Photo Credit: Lori Williams