Japanese Giant Salamander (Andrias japonicus), family Cryptobranchidae, endemic to Japan
One of the largest amphibians in the world, growing to a length of 1.5 m (~5 ft).
Vulnerable
"During the survey in Nov, we found 28 Japanese Giant Salamanders within only 1km range. The largest salamander we found on the day was 108cm (first photo). He has been constantly caught for 38 years since he was caught first time. The first time his measurement was 83cm. Researchers expect he should be at least 70 years old now. The second photo is a medium-sized specimen with characteristic colour of this species, light yellow background with obvious black spots. The research centre has been conducting the salamander's survey for many years. But they still need financial support for the activity.
Photographs by Korp Sam
