Bastard Cedar vs Blue-Spotted Salamander
Calocedrus decurrens compared with Ambystoma laterale
Taxonomic Classification
| Rank | Bastard Cedar | Blue-Spotted Salamander |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Plantae (Plants) | Animalia (Animals) |
| Phylum | Coniferophyta (Conifers) | Chordata (Chordates) |
| Class | Pinopsida (Conifers) | Amphibia (Amphibians) |
| Order | Pinales (Pines & Allies) | Caudata (Caudata) |
| Family | Cupressaceae | Ambystomatidae |
| Genus | Calocedrus | Ambystoma |
| Species | Calocedrus decurrens | Ambystoma laterale |
Conservation Status
Bastard Cedar
LC — Least ConcernBlue-Spotted Salamander
LC — Least ConcernPhysical Characteristics
| Attribute | Bastard Cedar | Blue-Spotted Salamander |
|---|---|---|
| Diet | — | — |
| Average Lifespan | — | — |
| Average Length | — | — |
| Average Weight | — | — |
Habitat & Geographic Range
Bastard Cedar
Typically found in temperate and boreal forests, often at higher elevations.
Found across Europe (6 countries) and South America (Brazil).
Blue-Spotted Salamander
Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.
Found in United States.
Bastard Cedar
The Bastard Cedar (Calocedrus decurrens) is a species in the genus Calocedrus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in temperate and boreal forests, often at higher elevations.
Blue-Spotted Salamander
The Blue-Spotted Salamander (Ambystoma laterale) is a species in the genus Ambystoma. 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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