Record #:

30083

Author(s):

Ashton, Ray E., Jr.

Abstract:

Movements, microhabitat selection and home ranges of the Neuse River Waterdog (Necturus lewisi) were studied in the Little River, Wake and Johnston counties, North Carolina, from 1977 to 1981. The study provides information on the animal’s behavior in both its natural environment and the laboratory.

Source:

Brimleyana (NoCar QL 155 B75), Vol. Issue 10, Feb 1985, p83-106, il, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Salamanders--Research; Aquatic habitats

Record #:

30080

Author(s):

Cooper, John E.; Ashton, Ray E., Jr.

Abstract:

The genus Necturus is a group of aquatic salamanders commonly known as waterdogs and mudpuppies. Of the three species occurring in North Carolina, only the Neuse River Waterdog (Necturus lewisi) is endemic to the state. In 1978, a three-year study began to provide information on its life history, habitat preference, and preliminary conservation status.

Source:

Brimleyana (NoCar QL 155 B75), Vol. Issue 10, Feb 1985, p1-12, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Salamanders--Research; Endemic animals; Aquatic habitats; Ecology and conservation--North Carolina

Record #:

30081

Author(s):

Braswell, Alvin L.; Ashton, Ray E., Jr.

Abstract:

The Neuse River Waterdog (Necturus lewisi) is a totally aquatic salamander endemic to the Neuse and Tar River drainages of North Carolina. A study conducted from 1978 through 1980 documented the waterdog’s distribution, ecology and feeding habits. A conservation status of Special Concern may be warranted due the animal’s need for larger streams with relatively clean, flowing water.

Source:

Brimleyana (NoCar QL 155 B75), Vol. Issue 10, Feb 1985, p13-35, map, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Salamanders--Research; Ecology and conservation--North Carolina

Record #:

30084

Author(s):

Hall, Russell J.; Ashton, Ray E., Jr.; Prouty, Richard M.

Abstract:

The Neuse River Waterdog (Necturus lewisi) is a large, aquatic salamander endemic to the Neuse and Tar River systems of North Carolina. Some of the streams inhabited by the salamander drain lands subject to frequent pesticide applications. This paper reports the results of analysis of tissues to determine pesticide and polychlorinated biphenyl (PCB) residue levels.

Source:

Brimleyana (NoCar QL 155 B75), Vol. Issue 10, Feb 1985, p107-109, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Salamanders--Research; Pesticides--Environmental aspects; Aquatic habitats

Record #:

30141

Author(s):

Ashton, Ray E., Jr.; Braswell, Alvin L.; Guttman, Sheldon I.

Abstract:

The Neuse River Waterdog (Necturus lewisi) is an aquatic salamander endemic to the Neuse and Tar River drainages of North Carolina. This study compared electrophoretic data for all three species in the genus Necturus, in an attempt to evaluate the genetics and taxonomic status of Necturus lewisi.

Source:

Brimleyana (NoCar QL 155 B75), Vol. Issue 4, Dec 1980, p43-46, bibl Periodical Website

Subject(s):

Salamanders--Research