description Oklahoma Salamander Overview
A small neotenic lungless salamander (Eurycea tynerensis) found in springs and caves of the Ozark Plateau in Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Missouri, retaining larval gill features throughout its adult life.
help Oklahoma Salamander FAQ
What is the Oklahoma Salamander's scientific name?
The Oklahoma Salamander is Eurycea tynerensis. It is a small lungless salamander associated with the Ozark Plateau.
Where does the Oklahoma Salamander live?
It is found in springs and caves across parts of Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Missouri. Its habitat is linked to the groundwater and karst landscapes of the Ozark region.
Why is the Oklahoma Salamander called neotenic?
It is neotenic because adults retain larval features instead of completing a fully terrestrial transformation. In particular, it keeps larval gill features throughout adult life.
Does the Oklahoma Salamander have lungs?
No. It is a lungless salamander, so it relies on skin and other respiratory adaptations rather than lungs for breathing.
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