Broad-footed Salamander vs Caucasian Alder
Bolitoglossa platydactyla compared with Alnus subcordata
Taxonomic Classification
| Rank | Broad-footed Salamander | Caucasian Alder |
|---|---|---|
| Kingdom | Animalia (Animals) | Plantae (Plants) |
| Phylum | Chordata (Chordates) | Magnoliophyta (Flowering Plants) |
| Class | Amphibia (Amphibians) | Magnoliopsida (Dicots) |
| Order | Caudata (Caudata) | Fagales (Beeches & Oaks) |
| Family | Plethodontidae | Betulaceae |
| Genus | Bolitoglossa | Alnus |
| Species | Bolitoglossa platydactyla | Alnus subcordata |
Conservation Status
Broad-footed Salamander
LC — Least ConcernCaucasian Alder
LC — Least ConcernPhysical Characteristics
| Attribute | Broad-footed Salamander | Caucasian Alder |
|---|---|---|
| Diet | — | — |
| Average Lifespan | — | — |
| Average Length | — | — |
| Average Weight | — | — |
Habitat & Geographic Range
Broad-footed Salamander
Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.
Found in Mexico.
Caucasian Alder
Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.
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.
Caucasian Alder
The Caucasian Alder (Alnus subcordata) is a species in the genus Alnus. It is currently classified as Least Concern on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in diverse terrestrial habitats from tropical forests to temperate regions.
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