NAGANO (Japan), Oct 9 (Bernama-Kyodo) -- A zoo in central Japan said Thursday it has successfully bred rare Akaishi salamanders for the first time in the country, Kyodo News reported.
World : Japan's Zoo Successfully Breeds Rare Salamanders For 1st Time
zoo, Japan, Akaishi salamanders, Asia-Pacific
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A zoo in Japan successfully bred rare Akaishi salamanders for the first time, aiding conservation efforts.
- Akaishi salamanders are an endangered species found in central Japan.
- Chausuyama Zoo raised the salamanders since 2014 and hatched 16 in September.
- The zoo plans to display the salamanders after caring for them in its animal hospital.
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