HomeZoologyAmphibians & Reptiles (Herpetology)10 Fascinating Salamanders That Live Under Water 10 Fascinating Salamanders That Live Under Water Staff Writer Amphibians & Reptiles (Herpetology) Pin it Share Tweet Reddit Tumblr Reading Time: 4 minutesLast Reviewed:March 22, 2023 by Gabrielle Marks Common Mudpuppy The common mudpuppy (Necturus maculosus) lives entirely in the water in lakes, streams, and ponds. This species has both lungs and gills. Mudpuppies are indigenous to the eastern part of North America. They can grow up to 13 inches. They have an average lifespan of 20 years. Prev5 of 9Next Tags:SalamandersRelated Posts Are Alligators Reptiles? Are Frogs Poisonous to Dogs? Are Salamanders Poisonous? Can Toads Live in Water? Do Toads Hibernate? Do Frogs Hibernate?