The red-backed salamander is a small terrestrial salamander, in total length (including tail), which usually lives in forested areas under rocks, logs, bark, and other debris.Conant R, Collins JT (1998). A Field Guide to Reptiles and Amphibians of Eastern and Central North America, Third Edition. Boston: Houghton Mifflin. 616 pp. . It is one of the most numerous salamanders throughout its range.
