🌿Native Nature

Rich Mountain Salamander

Plethodon ouachitae

Taxonomy

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

About

The Rich Mountain salamander (Plethodon ouachitae) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to the Ouachita Mountains in western Arkansas and eastern Oklahoma. Its natural habitat is temperate forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Frequently Asked Questions

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