Japanese giant salamander

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (동물)

Phylum

Chordata (척삭동물)

Class

Amphibia (양서류)

Order

Caudata (도롱뇽목)

Family

Cryptobranchidae

Genus

Andrias

Species

Andrias japonicus (Japanese giant salamander)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese O sanshouo

Similar Species in Andrias

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Chinese giant salamander

Andrias davidianus

Critically Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Japanese giant salamander?

The scientific name of Japanese giant salamander is Andrias japonicus. It belongs to the genus Andrias.

What is the conservation status of Japanese giant salamander?

Japanese giant salamander (Andrias japonicus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Japanese giant salamander belong to?

Japanese giant salamander (Andrias japonicus) belongs to the genus Andrias, which is part of the taxonomic family Cryptobranchidae.

What kingdom does Japanese giant salamander belong to?

Japanese giant salamander (Andrias japonicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (동물).

What are the closest relatives of Japanese giant salamander?

The closest relatives of Japanese giant salamander in the genus Andrias include Chinese giant salamander.