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Osumi Salamander

Hynobius osumiensis

Endangered
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Osumi-sanshouo

Similar Species in Hynobius

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Abe's Salamander
Hynobius abei
Endangered
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Abu Salamander
Hynobius abuensis
Endangered
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Akaishi Salamander
Hynobius katoi
Endangered
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Aki Salamander
Hynobius akiensis
Endangered
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Alisan's Salamander
Hynobius arisanensis
Endangered
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Amber-coloured Salamander
Hynobius ikioi
Vulnerable
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Amji Hynobiid
Hynobius amjiensis
Endangered
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Boulengers oriental salamander
Hynobius boulengeri
Endangered
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Osumi Salamander?
The scientific name of Osumi Salamander is Hynobius osumiensis. It belongs to the genus Hynobius.
What is the conservation status of Osumi Salamander?
Osumi Salamander (Hynobius osumiensis) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
What family does Osumi Salamander belong to?
Osumi Salamander (Hynobius osumiensis) belongs to the genus Hynobius, which is part of the taxonomic family Hynobiidae.
Is Osumi Salamander endangered?
Yes, Osumi Salamander (Hynobius osumiensis) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Osumi Salamander belong to?
Osumi Salamander (Hynobius osumiensis) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Osumi Salamander?
The closest relatives of Osumi Salamander in the genus Hynobius include Abe's Salamander, Abu Salamander, Akaishi Salamander, Aki Salamander, Alisan's Salamander.

Genus Hynobius — 20 Species

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Abe's Salamander
Hynobius abei
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Abu Salamander
Hynobius abuensis
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Akaishi Salamander
Hynobius katoi
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Aki Salamander
Hynobius akiensis
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Alisan's Salamander
Hynobius arisanensis
EN 🐾
Amber-coloured Salamander
Hynobius ikioi
VU 🐾
Amji Hynobiid
Hynobius amjiensis
EN 🐾
Boulengers oriental salamander
Hynobius boulengeri
EN 🐾
Cheju Salamander
Hynobius quelpaertensis
VU 🐾
Chinese Hynobiid
Hynobius chinensis
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Chugoku Blotched Salamander
Hynobius sematonotos
VU 🐾
Dunn's Oriental Salamander
Hynobius dunni
VU 🐾
Gensan salamander
Hynobius leechii
LC 🐾
Guabangshan Hynobiid
Hynobius guabangshanensis
CR 🐾
Hakuba Salamander
Hynobius hidamontanus
EN 🐾
Hida Salamander
Hynobius kimurae
LC 🐾
Highland Salamander
Hynobius utsunomiyaorum
VU 🐾
Hokuriku Salamander
Hynobius takedai
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Iwami Salamander
Hynobius iwami
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Iyoshima Salamander
Hynobius kuishiensis
VU
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