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Cow Knob Salamander

Plethodon punctatus

Taxonomy

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

About

The Cow Knob salamander (Plethodon punctatus), also known as the white-spotted salamander (not to be confused with the white-spotted slimy salamander, (P. cylindraceus)), is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to the United States. It is found on Shenandoah Mountain, Nathaniel Mountain and Great North Mountain in eastern West Virginia and western Virginia. Most of its known locations are in the George Washington National Forest.

Frequently Asked Questions

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