California Giant Salamander

Dicamptodon ensatus

Summary 7

The California giant salamander (Dicamptodon ensatus) is a species of salamander in the family Dicamptodontidae. It is endemic to California, in the western United States. The species name once additionally included individuals now belonging to the species D. aterrimus (Idaho giant salamander) and D. tenebrosus (coastal giant salamander), under the common name Pacific giant salamander, which now refers to the genus and family.

Lifespan, longevity, and ageing 8

Maximum longevity: 16.9 years (captivity)

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