Northern Red Salamander
Scientific Name:
The scientific name for Northern Red Salamanders is Pseudotriton ruber ruber
Where they're located in New Jersey:
Northern Red Salamanders can be found throughout the state
Placement on Endangerment Scale:
Least Concern (LC)
Physical Characteristics:
Northern Red Salamanders are red to reddish orange in coloring with black spots across the body. They can grow to be 4-7 inches in length.
Preferred habitat:
Flowing streams with gravel and under flat rocks and moss