ChinaThe Chinese Giant Salamander is one of the world’s most critically endangered carnivore amphibians. Found in China, it inhabits freshwater habitats.
Physical Characteristics & Habitat
Size & Speed
| Metric | Chinese Giant Salamander | Carnivore Amphibians Median | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Weight | 65 kg | 0.3 kg | ↑ 21567% |
| Height | 180 cm | — | — |
Habitat & Distribution
The Chinese Giant Salamander inhabits freshwater habitats. It can be found in China.
Typical coloring: Dark Brown.
Diet & Predators
Behavior & Reproduction
Social Structure
The Chinese Giant Salamander is a solitary species belonging to the Cryptobranchidae family.
Reproduction
Conservation & Comparison
IUCN Conservation Status
CR The Chinese Giant Salamander is classified as Critically Endangered. There are 19 species with the same status in our database.
Species Comparison
Among 3 carnivore amphibians, the Chinese Giant Salamander’s weight of Up to 65 kg is significantly higher than the group median of 0.3 kg.
Weight rank: #10 of 19 Critically Endangered species.
| # | Species | Weight | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Gharial | Up to 1500 kg | CR |
| 2 | Black Rhinoceros | 800–1400 kg | CR |
| 3 | Sumatran Rhino | 750–950 kg | CR |
| 4 | Sumatran Rhinoceros | 500–950 kg | CR |
| 5 | White Tiger | 100–300 kg | CR |
Related Species
How much does a Chinese Giant Salamander weigh?
A Chinese Giant Salamander typically weighs Up to 65 kg, which is exceptionally high compared to the median of 0.3 kg among carnivore amphibians.
What is the conservation status of the Chinese Giant Salamander?
The Chinese Giant Salamander is classified as “Critically Endangered”. There are 19 species with the same status in our database.
Where does the Chinese Giant Salamander live?
The Chinese Giant Salamander is found in China, in freshwater habitats.
Data Sources: IUCN, WWF, National Geographic, Smithsonian Institution.
Last Updated: April 10, 2026