Range
Found throughout western Oregon, range extends north into Washington and south into California.
Habitats
Semi-aquatic. Found on stream banks and spring seepages within forests.
Identification
Adult body length up to 6 inches long. Dark brown to black body with yellow, tan, or greenish-yellow stripe running down dorsal side of body. Slate colored ventral side with small orange to yellow spots.
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