Northern zigzag salamander
A species of Woodland salamanders, Also known as Zig-zag salamander Scientific name : Plethodon dorsalis Genus : Woodland salamanders
Northern zigzag salamander, A species of Woodland salamanders
Also known as:
Zig-zag salamander
Botanical name: Plethodon dorsalis
Genus: Woodland salamanders
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Description
The northern zigzag salamander (Plethodon dorsalis) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to the eastern United States. It has been found in Illinois, Kentucky, Tennessee, Alabama, and Mississippi. The northern zigzag salamander's natural habitat includes temperate forests, rocky areas, and caves. It is threatened by habitat loss.
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Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Salamanders Family
Lungless salamanders Genus
Woodland salamanders Species
Northern zigzag salamander 
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