Clouded Salamander

Hynobius nebulosus

Conservation Status

Least Concern

Amphibia · Caudata · Hynobiidae

About

Hynobius nebulosus, the Mitsyama salamander, is a species of salamander in the family Hynobiidae endemic to Japan. Its natural habitats are temperate forests, rivers, swamps, freshwater springs, and irrigated land. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Fun Fact

Breeding takes place in June and July with females laying clutches of nine to seventeen eggs, usually in chambers hollowed out in rotting logs.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Forested areas favoring moist areas with few trees rather than dry dense stands

Diet

Feeds on small invertebrates, mainly woodlice, ants and beetles, but also include flies, termites, mites, centipedes, millipedes, spiders and pseudoscorpions.

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Change
Human Disturbance

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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