Tapanti Moss Salamander
Nototriton tapanti
About the Tapanti Moss Salamander
The Tapanti moss salamander or Nototriton tapanti is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to the Cordillera de Talamanca, Costa Rica.
Key Facts
- Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!
Classification
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the scientific name of the Tapanti Moss Salamander?
The scientific name of the Tapanti Moss Salamander is Nototriton tapanti.
How many Tapanti Moss Salamander sightings have been recorded?
4 observations of the Tapanti Moss Salamander have been recorded on iNaturalist.
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observations on iNaturalist
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