Cope's climbing salamander facts for kids
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The Cope's climbing salamander (Bolitoglossa morio) is a special type of salamander. It belongs to a group called Plethodontidae, which are lungless salamanders. This means they breathe through their skin and the lining of their mouth instead of lungs!
This salamander is found only in Guatemala. When an animal or plant is found in just one specific place, it is called endemic.
Where Does This Salamander Live?
Cope's climbing salamander lives in cool, wet places. Its natural habitats are subtropical or tropical moist montane forests. These are forests found on mountains, where it's often cloudy and rainy.
Sometimes, it can also be found in areas that used to be forests but have been changed a lot by people. These are called "heavily degraded former forest" areas.
Why Is This Salamander in Danger?
Sadly, Cope's climbing salamander is threatened. The biggest danger it faces is habitat loss. This happens when the places where it lives, like the mountain forests, are destroyed or changed.
Forests might be cut down for farming, building, or other human activities. When their homes disappear, these salamanders have fewer places to live and find food, which makes it hard for them to survive.
