Allegheny Mountain Dusky Salamander vs. Eastern Red-backed Salamander

Both can carry a straight-edged stripe. An Allegheny Mountain Dusky has a pale line from the eye to the jaw and hind legs heavier than the front; a Red-backed has neither, and its legs are all about the same size.

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