Oedipina maritima

species of amphibian

Oedipina maritima (commonly known as the maritime worm salamander) is a species of worm salamander that lives on the island of Escudo de Veraguas.[1] It has no natural predators, as only a few animals live on the island, but it is endangered due to deforestation.

Population

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There are only eight known adult specimens and two clutches of eggs.[1]

Threats

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The only threat to the salamander is deforestation.

References

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  1. 1.0 1.1 "Oedipina maritima (Maritime Worm Salamander)". www.iucnredlist.org. Retrieved 2017-06-05.