description Webster's Salamander Overview
Plethodon websteri, commonly known as Webster's salamander, is a small, terrestrial lungless salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is native to the southeastern United States, where its populations are scattered in a disjunct distribution across the Gulf Coastal Plain and adjacent regions. The species typically resides in moist, forested habitats, living under logs, rocks, and leaf litter. Like other woodland salamanders, it lacks lungs and relies entirely on cutaneous respiration for gas exchange.
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Webster's Salamander ranks #76 of 88 in the Salamander ranking, behind Blue Ridge Dusky Salamander, ahead of Seepage Salamander.
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How good is Webster's Salamander?
Webster's Salamander scores 7.22/10 (Good) on Lunoo, making it a well-rated option in the Salamander category. Disjunct Gulf Coastal Plain salamander with interesting distribution, though modest visual and cultural profile.
What are the best alternatives to Webster's Salamander?
See our alternatives page for Webster's Salamander for a ranked list with scores. Top alternatives include: Arboreal Salamander, Yunnan Lake Newt, Yonahlossee Salamander.
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Is Webster's Salamander worth it in 2026?
With a score of 7.22/10, Webster's Salamander is a solid option in Salamander. See all Salamander ranked.
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