Hynobius formosanus

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Hynobius formosanus
Conservation status
Endangered (IUCN 3.1)
Scientific classification
Kingdom: Animalia Phylum: Chordata Class: Amphibia Order: Caudata Family: Hynobiidae Genus: Hynobius Species: H. formosanus
Binomial name
Hynobius formosanus Maki, 1922

Hynobius formosanus is a species of salamander in the Hynobiidae family. It is endemic to Taiwan. Its natural habitats are temperate forests, rivers, and freshwater springs. It is threatened by habitat loss.

[edit] Source

• Kuangyang, L. & Wenhao, C. 2004. Hynobius formosanus. 2006 IUCN Red List of Threatened Species. Downloaded on 22 July 2007.