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Salamanders
Blacksburg Salamander
Plethodon jacksoni
Across the regions where it's common, the Blacksburg Salamander peaks from February to April.
Shows up in 1 ecoregion and 1 state
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Salamanders
Blacksburg Salamander
Plethodon jacksoni
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Description
The Blacksburg salamander (Plethodon jacksoni) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. Plethodon jacksoni is very similar in appearance to the Wehrle's salamander (P. wehrlei) in both proportions and color.Wikipedia ↗
Habitat
The natural habitat of Plethodon jacksoni is temperate forest. Some members of the species live in caves, even during parts of the year where they are not observed on the surface.Wikipedia ↗
When and where it's active
Each row is its own calendar, counted from records in that area. Seasons shift by place.
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VirginiaAbout the Blacksburg Salamander
When is the Blacksburg Salamander most active?
Across the regions where it's common, the Blacksburg Salamander peaks from February to April.
Where does the Blacksburg Salamander live?
It has enough records to show in 1 ecoregions and 1 states, including Virginia.