Northwestern Mushroomtongue Salamander
Bolitoglossa sima
About the Northwestern Mushroomtongue Salamander
The northwestern climbing salamander or northwestern mushroomtongue salamander (Bolitoglossa sima) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to Ecuador and found in the northwestern lowlands of the country at elevations below 1,000 m (3,300 ft) asl. It has been recorded in dense wet forest and in a grassy field, cleared for cattle grazing, although it is not known whether it could adapt to human-altered habitats. Agriculture and logging are threats to its habitat....
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Northwestern Mushroomtongue Salamander?
The scientific name of the Northwestern Mushroomtongue Salamander is Bolitoglossa sima.
How many Northwestern Mushroomtongue Salamander sightings have been recorded?
25 observations of the Northwestern Mushroomtongue Salamander have been recorded on iNaturalist.
