Two-toed Amphiuma

Amphiuma means

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Amphibia · Caudata · Amphiumidae

About

The two-toed amphiuma is an aquatic salamander widely distributed in the southeastern United States. It is commonly, but incorrectly, called "congo snake", "conger eel" or the "blind eel".

Fun Fact

Two-toed amphiumas are the most prominent in the Amphiumidae family and the longest salamander species in the United States, that can grow from 39 to 1,042 g (1.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Live in areas of shallow, heavily vegetated water in swamps, bayous, lakes, and ponds, as well as wet prairies.

Diet

Feed on small fish, tadpoles, crawfish, insects and insect larvae.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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