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El Cusuco Mushroomtongue Salamander (Bolitoglossa diaphora)

El Cusuco Mushroomtongue Salamander

Bolitoglossa diaphora

EN Endangered

Very high risk of extinction

Source: IUCN Red List

About the El Cusuco Mushroomtongue Salamander

The El Cusuco salamander (Bolitoglossa diaphora) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to Honduras. Its natural habitat is subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.

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 El Cusuco Mushroomtongue Salamander?

The scientific name of the El Cusuco Mushroomtongue Salamander is Bolitoglossa diaphora.

Is the El Cusuco Mushroomtongue Salamander endangered?

The El Cusuco Mushroomtongue Salamander is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

How many El Cusuco Mushroomtongue Salamander sightings have been recorded?

37 observations of the El Cusuco Mushroomtongue Salamander have been recorded on iNaturalist.

37 observations on iNaturalist
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