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West Virginia rock crevice behind McDonalds
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Wow. Whereabouts in Wv? Any idea what species it is?
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How did that bearded chap get in the crevice in the first place? 
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Based on looks I'd say it is Plethodon electromorphus. Then again, it could also be Plethodon hoffmani. A county name and/or a belly pattern can tell you for sure.
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Talk about a Happy Meal!
You guys could be brothers, you hairy beasts.
You guys could be brothers, you hairy beasts.
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Bill is the field herping expert. I think he has a belly shot of the salamander and probably has a better idea of the local than I do. I was as impressed with the flora we saw as I was with the fauna.
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Wow! Nice little jewel there! Just don't let the cooks at Mickey D's see it!
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Their food don't rot but you can find salamanders nearby?! Hows the dollar menu looking like nowadays? Nice find!
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After talking with Bill yesterday on the phone and getting the locality info, that is indeed Plethodon electromorphus.
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Here's a handy range map for small Plethodon in WV.
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