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Gamboa Worm Salamander (Oedipina komplex)

Gamboa Worm Salamander

Oedipina komplex

About the Gamboa Worm Salamander

Oedipina complex (common name: Gamboa worm salamander) is a species of lungless salamander found in western South America from Costa Rica to western Colombia and northwestern Ecuador. This species inhabits humid tropical lowland forest where it can be found on the ground, and on bushy vegetation, logs and rocks. It can also be found on forest edges, but it does not survive in degraded areas. Deforestation is a threat to this species.

Key Facts

  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Gamboa Worm Salamander?

The scientific name of the Gamboa Worm Salamander is Oedipina komplex.

How many Gamboa Worm Salamander sightings have been recorded?

29 observations of the Gamboa Worm Salamander have been recorded on iNaturalist.

29 observations on iNaturalist
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