Northern Slimy Salamander
Scientific Name:
The scientific name for the Northern Slimy Salamander is Plethodon glutinosus
Where they're located in New Jersey:
Northern Slimy Salamanders can be found in the northern region of the state and northwestern Monmouth County
Placement on Endangerment Scale:
Least Concern (LC)
Physical Characteristics:
Northern Slimy Salamanders have black coloring with silver or gold spots on the body. If agitated, they can release a sticky, glue-like substance that can be difficult to remove. They can grow to be 4.5-8 inches in length.
Preferred habitat:
Moist woodland ravines or hillsides