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Salvador Worm Salamander (Oedipina salvadorensis)

Salvador Worm Salamander

Oedipina salvadorensis

EN Endangered

Very high risk of extinction

Source: IUCN Red List

About the Salvador Worm Salamander

Oedipina taylori (common name: Taylor's worm salamander) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is found on the Pacific versant in southeastern Guatemala, to central to northeastern El Salvador and adjacent southern Honduras. Honduran populations might represent another species.

Key Facts

  • Endangered - this species needs our protection.
  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Salvador Worm Salamander?

The scientific name of the Salvador Worm Salamander is Oedipina salvadorensis.

Is the Salvador Worm Salamander endangered?

The Salvador Worm Salamander is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

How many Salvador Worm Salamander sightings have been recorded?

24 observations of the Salvador Worm Salamander have been recorded on iNaturalist.

24 observations on iNaturalist
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