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Animals
The commonest salamander under logs in Indiana forests, with a rusty back stripe or an all-grey lead-backed form.
Field facts
HabitatMoist forest floor, under logs and rocks
RangeStatewide
When to lookYear-round, most active spring and autumn
StatusLeast Concern (Indiana DNR / IUCN Red List)
Look-alikesZigzag Salamander — wavy-edged stripe
Field note: It has no lungs and breathes entirely through moist skin.
Lesson
Watching responsibly
Lift one log, look, and set it back down gently.
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