Alpine Pine Vole vs Broad-footed Salamander
Microtus multiplex compared with Bolitoglossa platydactyla
Taxonomic Classification
| Rank | Alpine Pine Vole | Broad-footed Salamander |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom same | Animalia (Animals) | Animalia (Animals) |
| Phylum same | Chordata (Chordates) | Chordata (Chordates) |
| Class | Mammalia (Mammals) | Amphibia (Amphibians) |
| Order | Rodentia (Rodents) | Caudata (Caudata) |
| Family | Cricetidae | Plethodontidae |
| Genus | Microtus | Bolitoglossa |
| Species | Microtus multiplex | Bolitoglossa platydactyla |
Evolutionary Relationship
Alpine Pine Vole and Broad-footed Salamander share a common ancestor at the Phylum level: Chordata. (Chordates)
Conservation Status
Alpine Pine Vole
LC — Least ConcernBroad-footed Salamander
LC — Least ConcernPhysical Characteristics
| Attribute | Alpine Pine Vole | Broad-footed Salamander |
|---|---|---|
| Diet | — | — |
| Average Lifespan | — | — |
| Average Length | — | — |
| Average Weight | — | — |
Habitat & Geographic Range
Alpine Pine Vole
Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Broad-footed Salamander
Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.
Found in Mexico.
Alpine Pine Vole
The Alpine Pine Vole (Microtus multiplex) is a species in the genus Microtus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial and aquatic ecosystems.
Broad-footed Salamander
The Broad-footed Salamander (Bolitoglossa platydactyla) is a species in the genus Bolitoglossa. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.
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