Tibetan Stream Salamander

Batrachuperus tibetanus

Conservation Status

Near Threatened

Amphibia · Caudata · Hynobiidae

About

The alpine stream salamander is a species of salamander in the family Hynobiidae endemic to central China. Its natural habitats are rivers and freshwater springs. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Fun Fact

The Tibetan stream salamander lives in fast-flowing mountain streams at altitudes over 4,000 meters, making it one of the highest-altitude amphibians on Earth.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Endemic to central China.

Diet

To be updated

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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