Vincent'sFUNWILDFACTS

Dusky Salamander vs Northern Gray-cheeked Salamander

Two species side by side. The larger value in each row is highlighted.

Size

Dusky Salamander

Dusky Salamander

0.14 m

Human

1.75 m

Northern Gray-cheeked Salamander

Northern Gray-cheeked Salamander

0.11 m

Dusky SalamanderNorthern Gray-cheeked Salamander
Weight2–8 g1.5–4 g
Length7–14 cm7.5–11 cm
Lifespan5–10 yrs5–12 yrs
Incubation42 days60 days
Offspring12–36 4–12
DietInsectivoreInsectivore
Conservation StatusLeast ConcernLeast Concern
Activity PatternNocturnalNocturnal
MigrationResidentResident
HabitatForest, Wetland, River, WoodlandForest, Mountain, Woodland, Rocky Cliffs
RegionsNorth AmericaNorth America
FamilyPlethodontidaePlethodontidae
OrderCaudataCaudata