Tsukuba Clawed Salamander

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Amphibia (Amphibians)

Order

Caudata (Urodela)

Family

Hynobiidae

Genus

Onychodactylus

Species

Onychodactylus tsukubaensis (Tsukuba Clawed Salamander)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Tsukuba-hakone-sanshou-uwo

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Shikoku Clawed Salamander

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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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Jilin Clawed Salamander

Onychodactylus zhangyapingi

Data Deficient

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Japanese clawed salamander

Onychodactylus japonicus

Least Concern

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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 Tsukuba Clawed Salamander?

The scientific name of Tsukuba Clawed Salamander is Onychodactylus tsukubaensis. It belongs to the genus Onychodactylus.

What is the conservation status of Tsukuba Clawed Salamander?

Tsukuba Clawed Salamander (Onychodactylus tsukubaensis) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Tsukuba Clawed Salamander belong to?

Tsukuba Clawed Salamander (Onychodactylus tsukubaensis) belongs to the genus Onychodactylus, which is part of the taxonomic family Hynobiidae.

Is Tsukuba Clawed Salamander endangered?

Yes, Tsukuba Clawed Salamander (Onychodactylus tsukubaensis) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Tsukuba Clawed Salamander belong to?

Tsukuba Clawed Salamander (Onychodactylus tsukubaensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Tsukuba Clawed Salamander?

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