Desmognathus brimleyorum Stejneger, 1895

Common Name and Total Length

Desmognathus brimleyorum, commonly known as the Ouachita dusky salamander, reaches a total length of about 17.8 centimetres (7.0 in), which includes a finned tail.

Dorsal Coloration

Its dorsal upper side is a fairly uniform greenish-brown or grey.

Juvenile Markings

Juveniles of this species have a row of pale spots running along each side of their body.

Costal Grooves

Fourteen costal rib grooves are present on either side of the salamander.

Geographical Range Overview

This species is found in mountainous regions of Arkansas and Oklahoma, United States.

Specific Range Locations

Its documented range covers the Ouachita Mountains, Petit Jean Mountain, Rich Mountain, Winding Stair Mountain National Recreation Area, Black Fork Mountain Wilderness, Kiamichi Mountains, and the Potato Hills located north of Tuskahoma.

Habitat

Ouachita dusky salamanders inhabit mountain streams and the adjacent ravines, nearby woodland, scree slopes, gravelly areas, stream islands, and areas close to springs.