Neuse River Waterdog

Amphibians > Proteidae & Mudpuppies

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Neuse River WaterdogScientific Name: Necturus lewisiCategory: AmphibiansSubcategory: Proteidae & MudpuppiesSize: Total length: 6.5–11.0 in (16.5–28.0 cm)Weight: 1.5–3.5 oz (40–100 g)Lifespan: 10–15+ years in the wildDiet: Carnivore /...

Black Warrior Waterdog

Amphibians > Waterdogs

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Black Warrior WaterdogScientific Name: Necturus alabamensisCategory: AmphibiansSubcategory: WaterdogsSize: Total length: 6.0–9.8 in (15–25 cm)Weight: 1.5–3.5 oz (40–100 g)Lifespan: 15–20+ years in pristine river habitatsDiet: Carnivore /...

Gulf Coast Waterdog

Amphibians > Giant Salamanders

AT A GLANCECommon Name: Gulf Coast WaterdogScientific Name: Necturus beyeriCategory: AmphibiansSubcategory: Giant SalamandersSize: Total adult length 15 to 22 cm (6 to 9 in); maximum up to 25 cm (10 in)Weight: 40 to 80 g (1.4 to 2.8 oz)Lifespan: 10 to 15 years in the...