Scientists Discover New Salamander Species in Costa Rica’s Talamanca Mountains
The rare amphibian was found at the country’s highest peak within a unique cloud forest ecosystem.
Researchers have identified a previously unknown salamander species living in the remote Talamanca Mountains of Costa Rica.
The discovery, made near the country’s highest peak, adds to the nation’s reputation as one of the world’s most biodiverse regions.
Scientists say the new species highlights the ecological importance of preserving high-altitude cloud forests, which face growing threats from deforestation and climate change.
The discovery, made near the country’s highest peak, adds to the nation’s reputation as one of the world’s most biodiverse regions.
Scientists say the new species highlights the ecological importance of preserving high-altitude cloud forests, which face growing threats from deforestation and climate change.
