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Southern Giant Salamander

Isthmura maxima

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Mexico. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇲🇽 Mexico

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (动物界)
Phylum
Chordata (脊索动物门)
Class
Amphibia (两栖动物)
Order
Caudata (有尾目)
Family
Plethodontidae
Genus
Isthmura
Species
Isthmura maxima (Southern Giant Salamander)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Salamandra Gigante de Putla

Similar Species in Isthmura

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Bell's False Brook Salamander
Isthmura bellii
Least Concern
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Corrugated Salamander
Isthmura corrugata
Critically Endangered
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Giant False Brook Salamander
Isthmura gigantea
Endangered
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Cofre de Perote Salamander
Isthmura naucampatepetl
Critically Endangered
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Oaxacan False Brook Salamander
Isthmura boneti
Endangered
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脊索动物门
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两栖动物
Class
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有尾目
Order
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Plethodontidae
Family
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Isthmura
Genus

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Southern Giant Salamander?
The scientific name of Southern Giant Salamander is Isthmura maxima. It belongs to the genus Isthmura.
What is the conservation status of Southern Giant Salamander?
Southern Giant Salamander (Isthmura maxima) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Southern Giant Salamander live?
Southern Giant Salamander is found in Found in Mexico. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Mexico.
What family does Southern Giant Salamander belong to?
Southern Giant Salamander (Isthmura maxima) belongs to the genus Isthmura, which is part of the taxonomic family Plethodontidae.
Is Southern Giant Salamander endangered?
Yes, Southern Giant Salamander (Isthmura maxima) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Southern Giant Salamander belong to?
Southern Giant Salamander (Isthmura maxima) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of Southern Giant Salamander?
The closest relatives of Southern Giant Salamander in the genus Isthmura include Bell's False Brook Salamander, Corrugated Salamander, Giant False Brook Salamander, Cofre de Perote Salamander, Oaxacan False Brook Salamander.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Isthmura — 6 Species

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Bell's False Brook Salamander
Isthmura bellii
LC 🐾
Corrugated Salamander
Isthmura corrugata
CR 🐾
Giant False Brook Salamander
Isthmura gigantea
EN
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Southern Giant Salamander
Isthmura maxima
EN
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Cofre de Perote Salamander
Isthmura naucampatepetl
CR 🐾
Oaxacan False Brook Salamander
Isthmura boneti
EN
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