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Name: Southern Red-Backed
Habitat: The southern zigzag salamanders only occur in a small area in western North Carolina. These rare salamanders may be found in wooded areas near springs or cave mouths. They also inhabit rocky areas with deep, cool crevices.
Description: There are two distinct color morphs of the southern red-backed salamander. The striped morph has a dark grey or brown base color with an orange or red stripe stretching from the head to the end of the tail.