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Baja Verapaz Salamander (Cryptotriton veraepacis)

Baja Verapaz Salamander

Cryptotriton veraepacis

CR Critically Endangered

Extremely high risk of extinction

Source: IUCN Red List

About the Baja Verapaz Salamander

Baja Verapaz salamander (Cryptotriton veraepacis) is a species of salamander in the Plethodontidae family. It is endemic to Guatemala.

Key Facts

  • Critically endangered - one of the rarest animals on Earth!
  • Rarely spotted - fewer than 100 recorded observations!

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Baja Verapaz Salamander?

The scientific name of the Baja Verapaz Salamander is Cryptotriton veraepacis.

Is the Baja Verapaz Salamander endangered?

The Baja Verapaz Salamander is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List.

How many Baja Verapaz Salamander sightings have been recorded?

26 observations of the Baja Verapaz Salamander have been recorded on iNaturalist.

26 observations on iNaturalist
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