Vulnerable
Olm
Proteus anguinus
A cave-dwelling blind salamander adapted to underground freshwater systems.
Category
Amphibian
Habitat
Wetland
Diet
Carnivore
Lifespan
Over 50 years and possibly much longer
Size
Body length 20–30 cm
Scientific Name
Proteus anguinus
About Olm
A cave-dwelling blind salamander adapted to underground freshwater systems.
It belongs to the Amphibian group and is commonly associated with wetland habitats with a carnivore diet, with a lifespan of Over 50 years and possibly much longer, a size of Body length 20–30 cm, a conservation status of Vulnerable.
Fun Fact
Olms can live for decades and survive long periods without food.
Where Olm Lives
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Postojna caves
, Slovenia
Dinaric karst
, Croatia