🌿Native Nature

Blacksburg Salamander

Plethodon jacksoni

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Amphibia ›Order: Caudata ›Family: Plethodontidae ›Genus: Plethodon

About

The Blacksburg salamander (Plethodon jacksoni) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to the Southeastern United States, where it is restricted to the Appalachian Mountains in southwestern Virginia and northwestern North Carolina. It is named after the town of Blacksburg, Virginia, as its first recorded sighting was within its vicinity. Its natural habitat is temperate forest.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blacksburg Salamander?
The scientific name of Blacksburg Salamander is Plethodon jacksoni.
What kingdom does Blacksburg Salamander belong to?
Blacksburg Salamander belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Blacksburg Salamander belong to?
Blacksburg Salamander belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Blacksburg Salamander belong to?
Blacksburg Salamander belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does Blacksburg Salamander belong to?
Blacksburg Salamander belongs to the order Caudata.
What family does Blacksburg Salamander belong to?
Blacksburg Salamander belongs to the family Plethodontidae.
What genus does Blacksburg Salamander belong to?
Blacksburg Salamander belongs to the genus Plethodon.