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The Chinese Giant Salamander is a species of salamander native to China. It is the largest salamander in the world. They can grow up to 6 feet in length. Their habitat is rocky mountain streams and lakes in China. The Chinese Giant Salamander feeds on insects, frogs and fish. They have poor eyesight and use special pressure sensors on their forehead to detect their prey in the water. They are considered an endangered species due to habitat loss, pollution and over-collecting. Play the following videos to learn more about the Chinese Giant Salamander.
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