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dwarf flat-footed salamander

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chiropterotriton dimidiatusESA Categories -amphibians

  • National Parks/ Sanctuaries

    -

  • Common Names

    dwarf flat-footed salamander, dwarf splayfoot salamander

  • Regions

    MexicoGuatemalaHonduras

  • Population

    Unknown, but considered to be decreasing.

  • Habitat

    Caves and surrounding forest areas in high-altitude regions in Mexico.

  • Weight(in lbs) and Life Span

    0.02 and 10

Regions

Mexico, Guatemala, Honduras

Chiropterotriton dimidiatus, commonly known as the Two-lined Mushroomtongue Salamander, is a species of lungless salamander found in the cloud forests of Central America. It is characterized by its vibrant coloration and unique reproductive behavior. These salamanders play a crucial role in maintaining the ecological balance of their habitat through insect control and nutrient cycling.

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