"Mountain Dusky Complex" Allegheny Mountain Dusky (Desmognathus ochrophaeus) & Blue Ridge Dusky (Desmognathus orestes)

​Species Information

Recognized Subspecies in VA: None
Size: 2.5 - 4 inches
Range: Valley and Ridge, Cumberland Plateau, and Mount Rogers Area
Status: Allegheny is Least Concern | Blue Ridge Dusky is Tier IV

More info to come!

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​Maps and External Sources

​Alleghany Mountain Dusky (Desmognathus ochrophaeus)

***iNaturalist maps show iNat reports of each species. Though maps are quite accurate, some reports could be misidentified, so be cautious of any outlying records.***

VHS Info

iNat Observations

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Blue Ridge Dusky (Desmognathus orestes)

***iNaturalist maps show iNat reports of each species. Though maps are quite accurate, some reports could be misidentified, so be cautious of any outlying records.***

VHS INFO

iNat Observations