Tam dao salamander
A species of Warty newts Scientific name : Paramesotriton deloustali Genus : Warty newts
Tam dao salamander, A species of Warty newts
Scientific name: Paramesotriton deloustali
Genus: Warty newts
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Description
The Tam Dao salamander or Vietnamese salamander (Paramesotriton deloustali) is a species of salamander in the Salamandridae family found only in Vietnam. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist lowland forests, subtropical or tropical moist montane forests, and rivers. It is threatened by habitat loss and poaching.
General Info
Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Tam dao salamander is an insectivore, predominantly preying on small invertebrates. This includes a variety of beetles, worms, and spiders, with a particular fondness for aquatic invertebrates, reflecting their natural damp habitats.
Appearance
Tam dao salamander is a medium-sized salamander with a robust, slightly flattened body. Its skin is velvety, featuring a mix of dark brown and black hues, with yellow specks distributed randomly. The species is distinguished by its broad, flattened head, ridged back, and long tail often exceeding its body length. While the overall coloration is uniform in all individuals, males have a relatively thicker tail base compared to females.
Behavior
Tam dao salamander is a nocturnal species with solitary habits. It is particularly noted for its aggressive territorial behavior, warning off intruders through vocalizations and physical stance. This amphibian spends a majority of its time submerged in water, emerging mainly to feed upon invertebrates. Uniquely, it exhibits direct development, with larvae developing inside eggs until fully morphed juveniles emerge.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Salamanders Family
True salamanders Genus
Warty newts Species
Tam dao salamander 
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