Long-tailed clawed salamander
A species of Clawed salamanders Scientific name : Onychodactylus fischeri Genus : Clawed salamanders
Long-tailed clawed salamander, A species of Clawed salamanders
Scientific name: Onychodactylus fischeri
Genus: Clawed salamanders
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Description
Fischer's clawed salamander, Onychodactylus fischeri, is a lungless salamander found in Northeast Asia. It ranges through northeastern China, the Russian Far East, and the Korean Peninsula, but is only sporadically distributed within this range. Within South Korea, it is found chiefly in the high mountain valleys of Gangwon province, including the Gwangdeoksan and Daeseongsan regions. The adults feed on spiders, grubs, and insects. It is also known as the long-tailed clawe
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Long-tailed clawed salamander primarily consumes small invertebrates, including insects, spiders, and crustaceans. With an opportunistic feeding behaviour, it readily feeds on available prey, emphasizing arthropods within its moist woodland habitats.
Appearance
Long-tailed clawed salamander is a medium-sized amphibian with a slender, elongated body covered in rough skin. Its predominant coloration is a mottled dark brown, offering effective camouflage in its habitat. Boasting four visibly clawed toes on each of its limbs, its name is derived from this unique attribute. It possesses a long tail that tapers to a point. There are no significant differences in appearance due to gender, age, or subspecies.
Behavior
Long-tailed clawed salamander is a nocturnal, solitary salamander found in freshwater environments. Notably, this species tends to aggressively defend its territory utilizing threat postures and lunging attacks. In response to danger, long-tailed clawed salamander curls its body, discharging sticky skin secretions to discourage predators. Its foraging mainly occurs during the night, relying heavily on tactile and olfactory cues to locate small invertebrates.
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Salamanders Family
Asiatic salamanders Genus
Clawed salamanders Species
Long-tailed clawed salamander 
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