Eastern Redback Salamander
Plethodon cinereus

Characteristics

Most commonly grey/black with a red/orange stripe down the back of the length of the body. They may also present in an all-grey/black form called the "lead-back" phase or in rare cases an all-red phase. 

Status

Not Listed (Nova Scotia)

Habitat

Prefer damp habitats with lots of organic debris. 

Range

Found throughout Nova Scotia.