Common Name:
Many-lined Salamander
Scientific Name:
Stereochilus marginatus
Etymology:
Genus:
stereos is Greek meaning "firm or solid", cheilos is Greek for "lip". Referring to the manner of tongue attachment.
 Species:
marginatus is Latin meaning "bordered or lined". Referring to  streaked/striped color pattern found on some individuals of this species.
Average Length:
2.5 - 3.75 in. (6.4 - 9.5 cm)
Virginia Record Length: 
Record length:
4.5 in. (11.4 cm)

 

Virginia Fish and Wildlife Information Service: Species Booklet

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