Japanese clawed salamander

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.

Conservation Status

LC Least Concern

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Amphibia (Amphibien)

Order

Caudata (Schwanzlurche)

Family

Hynobiidae

Genus

Onychodactylus

Species

Onychodactylus japonicus (Japanese clawed salamander)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Hakone Sanshouo

Similar Species in Onychodactylus

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Shikoku Clawed Salamander

Onychodactylus kinneburi

Vulnerable

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Bandai clawed salamander

Onychodactylus intermedius

Near Threatened

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Tadami Clawed Salamander

Onychodactylus fuscus

Endangered

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Tohuku Clawed Salamander

Onychodactylus nipponoborealis

Least Concern

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Tsukuba Clawed Salamander

Onychodactylus tsukubaensis

Critically Endangered

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Jilin Clawed Salamander

Onychodactylus zhangyapingi

Data Deficient

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Fischer's clawed salamander

Onychodactylus fischeri

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Japanese clawed salamander?

The scientific name of Japanese clawed salamander is Onychodactylus japonicus. It belongs to the genus Onychodactylus.

What is the conservation status of Japanese clawed salamander?

Japanese clawed salamander (Onychodactylus japonicus) is classified as Least Concern by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Japanese clawed salamander belong to?

Japanese clawed salamander (Onychodactylus japonicus) belongs to the genus Onychodactylus, which is part of the taxonomic family Hynobiidae.

Is Japanese clawed salamander endangered?

No, Japanese clawed salamander (Onychodactylus japonicus) is classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List, meaning it is not currently at significant risk of extinction.

What kingdom does Japanese clawed salamander belong to?

Japanese clawed salamander (Onychodactylus japonicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Japanese clawed salamander?

The closest relatives of Japanese clawed salamander in the genus Onychodactylus include Shikoku Clawed Salamander, Bandai clawed salamander, Tadami Clawed Salamander, Tohuku Clawed Salamander, Tsukuba Clawed Salamander.