Hydromantes Shastae is a rare species of salamander found only in a small region of the Shasta-Trinity Mountains in California. The species is commonly known as the Shasta salamander. However, there are several synonyms used to reference this species by different people. Some of the synonyms include Shasta Springs salamander, Shasta hydromantes, and Trinity Alps salamander. These names reflect the different regions where the species is found. The Shasta salamander is a unique species that spends most of its life underground in moist soil and rock crevices. Its distinctive features include small eyes and elongated digits, which help it move through its subterranean habitat.