Rhyacotriton (Noun)
Meaning
Olympic salamanders.
Classification
Nouns denoting animals.
Examples
- Biologists study the Olympic salamander species, also known as Rhyacotriton, in old-growth forests and coastal streams of the Olympic Peninsula in Washington.
- Like other Rhyacotriton species, the Oregon spotted salamander has distinctive markings on its back.
- Rhyacotriton is unique compared to other salamanders, adapted to aquatic life in rocky mountain streams and lakes.
- Due to its importance as a native species, the Olympic National Park works to maintain suitable habitats for the Rhyacotriton.
- Rhyacotriton olympicus, commonly known as the Olympic mud salamander, is the most endangered species in this group and requires immediate conservation efforts.