description Mudpuppy Overview
Mudpuppy (Necturus maculosus) is a permanently aquatic North American salamander that retains bushy external gills throughout its life and remains active year-round, even beneath winter ice.
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Mudpuppy ranks #73 of 216 in the Amphibian ranking, behind Spring Peeper, ahead of Great Crested Newt.
Permanent gills, aquatic lifestyle, familiar name, strong educational and aquarium recognition.
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How good is Mudpuppy?
Mudpuppy scores 8.02/10 (Great) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Amphibian category. Permanent gills, aquatic lifestyle, familiar name, strong educational and aquarium recognition.
What are the best alternatives to Mudpuppy?
See our alternatives page for Mudpuppy for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Cope's Giant Salamander, Axolotl, Hellbender.
How does Mudpuppy compare to Cope's Giant Salamander?
See our detailed comparison of Mudpuppy vs Cope's Giant Salamander with scores, features, and an AI-powered verdict.
Is Mudpuppy worth it in 2026?
With a score of 8.02/10, Mudpuppy is highly rated in Amphibian. See all Amphibian ranked.
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