Oedipina pacificensis
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Oedipina pacificensis is a species of worm salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is found on the Pacific slope of southwestern Costa Rica and adjacent Panama.[1][2][3] it is morphologically indistinguishable from O. gracilis and O. uniformis, but is genetically clearly distinct.[3]
Description
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Habitat and conservation
Oedipina pacificensis is a leaf-litter inhabitant that is often found near tree buttresses. It occurs in lowland moist and wet forests and premontane rainforest at elevations of Script error: No such module "convert". above sea level. Development is direct[1][3] (i.e., there is no free-living larval stage[4]). It is a common species that can adapt to disturbed habitats. It is facing no major threats. It occurs in a number of protected areas in Costa Rica.[1]
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