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臺灣山椒魚 (Taiwan salamander)

Hynobius formosanus

Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

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

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

🇹🇼 Taiwan

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
Hynobiidae
Genus
Hynobius
Species
Hynobius formosanus (臺灣山椒魚)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 臺灣山椒魚

Similar Species in Hynobius

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东北小鲵
Hynobius leechii
Least Concern
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中国小鲵
Hynobius chinensis
Data Deficient
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南湖山椒魚
Hynobius glacialis
Critically Endangered
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安吉小鲵
Hynobius amjiensis
Endangered
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挂榜山小鲵
Hynobius guabangshanensis
Critically Endangered
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楚南氏山椒魚
Hynobius sonani
Endangered
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猫儿山小鲵
Hynobius maoershanensis
Critically Endangered
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觀霧山椒魚
Hynobius fucus
Near Threatened
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of 臺灣山椒魚?
The scientific name of 臺灣山椒魚 is Hynobius formosanus. It belongs to the genus Hynobius.
What is the conservation status of 臺灣山椒魚?
臺灣山椒魚 (Hynobius formosanus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does 臺灣山椒魚 live?
臺灣山椒魚 is found in Found in Taiwan. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Taiwan.
What family does 臺灣山椒魚 belong to?
臺灣山椒魚 (Hynobius formosanus) belongs to the genus Hynobius, which is part of the taxonomic family Hynobiidae.
Is 臺灣山椒魚 endangered?
Yes, 臺灣山椒魚 (Hynobius formosanus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does 臺灣山椒魚 belong to?
臺灣山椒魚 (Hynobius formosanus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).
What are the closest relatives of 臺灣山椒魚?
The closest relatives of 臺灣山椒魚 in the genus Hynobius include 东北小鲵, 中国小鲵, 南湖山椒魚, 安吉小鲵, 挂榜山小鲵.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Hynobius — 20 Species

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东北小鲵
Hynobius leechii
LC 🐾
中国小鲵
Hynobius chinensis
DD 🐾
南湖山椒魚
Hynobius glacialis
CR 🐾
安吉小鲵
Hynobius amjiensis
EN 🐾
挂榜山小鲵
Hynobius guabangshanensis
CR 🐾
楚南氏山椒魚
Hynobius sonani
EN 🐾
猫儿山小鲵
Hynobius maoershanensis
CR
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臺灣山椒魚
Hynobius formosanus
EN
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觀霧山椒魚
Hynobius fucus
NT 🐾
阿里山山椒魚
Hynobius arisanensis
EN 🐾
Chugoku Blotched Salamander
Hynobius sematonotos
VU 🐾
Sobo Salamander
Hynobius shinichisatoi
EN 🐾
Highland Salamander
Hynobius utsunomiyaorum
VU 🐾
Boulengers oriental salamander
Hynobius boulengeri
EN 🐾
Akaishi Salamander
Hynobius katoi
EN 🐾
Osumi Salamander
Hynobius osumiensis
EN 🐾
Amber-coloured Salamander
Hynobius ikioi
VU 🐾
Mikawa Salamander
Hynobius mikawaensis
CR 🐾
San’in Salamander
Hynobius setoi
EN 🐾
Mahoroba Salamander
Hynobius guttatus
NT
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