ABSTRACT
Desmognathus fuscus is tied closely to aquatic habitats, as is D. ochrophaeus, over large parts of its range; both are restricted to relatively narrow wooded zones along stream courses and to the vicinity of springs and seepages. Such restriction simplifies capture and calculation of density. The powers of regeneration of most species of salamanders are great, however, and resampling within 4 to 6 weeks may be necessary to ensure recognition of marked individuals. A method of inhibiting regeneration is cumbersome in field use and may be debilitating. Long-term records of individuals by color photography use the distinctive patterns of individuals of D. ochrophaeus in populations under study.
