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Los Diamantes Worm Salamander (Oedipina carablanca)

Los Diamantes Worm Salamander

Oedipina carablanca

EN Endangered

Very high risk of extinction

Source: IUCN Red List

About the Los Diamantes Worm Salamander

Oedipina carablanca (common name: Los Diamantes worm salamander) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to Costa Rica and only know from its type locality, Los Diamantes, near Guápiles, Limón Province.

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 Los Diamantes Worm Salamander?

The scientific name of the Los Diamantes Worm Salamander is Oedipina carablanca.

Is the Los Diamantes Worm Salamander endangered?

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

How many Los Diamantes Worm Salamander sightings have been recorded?

35 observations of the Los Diamantes Worm Salamander have been recorded on iNaturalist.

35 observations on iNaturalist
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