About Eurycea quadridigitata (Holbrook, 1842)
Common Name and Size
Eurycea quadridigitata, commonly known as the southeastern dwarf salamander, reaches a total length of 2.0 to 3.5 inches.
Body and Tail Morphology
This species has a slender body and a long tail.
Coloration and Pattern
Its base coloration is typically yellow-brown, marked with darker brown blotches and dark stripes running along each side, though individual pattern and color can vary widely.
Etymology of Specific Epithet
Its specific epithet quadridigitata refers to the fact that every foot of this salamander has four toes.
