Black Warrior Waterdog

Necturus alabamensis

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Amphibia · Caudata · Proteidae

About

The Alabama waterdog is a medium-sized perennibranch salamander inhabiting rivers and streams of Alabama. It is listed as endangered by the IUCN and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.

Fun Fact

It is listed as endangered by the IUCN and the United States Fish and Wildlife Service.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Found in the Appalachian headwaters of the Black Warrior River drainage basin in Alabama.

Diet

Consumes invertebrates such as crayfish, amphipods, and insect larvae, as well as vertebrates such as small fish.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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