🌿Native Nature

Olympic Torrent Salamander

Rhyacotriton olympicus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Amphibia ›Order: Caudata ›Family: Rhyacotritonidae ›Genus: Rhyacotriton

About

The Olympic torrent salamander (Rhyacotriton olympicus) is a species of salamander in the Rhyacotritonidae family. This is a small salamander (up to 10 cm total length) that lives in clear, cold, mountain streams. It is medium to dark brown and may have a few small light spots on the sides and small dark spots on the tail; it is bright yellow on the belly, usually with some dark spots. Torrent salamanders typically have short snouts and relatively...

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Olympic Torrent Salamander?
The scientific name of Olympic Torrent Salamander is Rhyacotriton olympicus.
What is the conservation status of Olympic Torrent Salamander?
The Olympic Torrent Salamander has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Olympic Torrent Salamander belong to?
Olympic Torrent Salamander belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Olympic Torrent Salamander belong to?
Olympic Torrent Salamander belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Olympic Torrent Salamander belong to?
Olympic Torrent Salamander belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does Olympic Torrent Salamander belong to?
Olympic Torrent Salamander belongs to the order Caudata.
What family does Olympic Torrent Salamander belong to?
Olympic Torrent Salamander belongs to the family Rhyacotritonidae.
What genus does Olympic Torrent Salamander belong to?
Olympic Torrent Salamander belongs to the genus Rhyacotriton.