Sword-tailed Newt

Habitat & Distribution

Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Tier)

Phylum

Chordata (Chordatiere)

Class

Amphibia (Amphibien)

Order

Caudata (Schwanzlurche)

Family

Salamandridae

Genus

Cynops

Species

Cynops ensicauda (Sword-tailed Newt)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Shiriken-Imori

Similar Species in Cynops

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Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt

Cynops glaucus

Critically Endangered

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Fuding Fire-bellied Newt

Cynops fudingensis

Critically Endangered

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Yunnan Lake Newt

Cynops wolterstorffi

Extinct

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Chinese Dwarf Newt

Cynops orientalis

Least Concern

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Japanese Fire-bellied Newt

Cynops pyrrhogaster

Not Evaluated

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Dayang Newt

Cynops orphicus

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sword-tailed Newt?

The scientific name of Sword-tailed Newt is Cynops ensicauda. It belongs to the genus Cynops.

What is the conservation status of Sword-tailed Newt?

Sword-tailed Newt (Cynops ensicauda) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Sword-tailed Newt belong to?

Sword-tailed Newt (Cynops ensicauda) belongs to the genus Cynops, which is part of the taxonomic family Salamandridae.

Is Sword-tailed Newt endangered?

Yes, Sword-tailed Newt (Cynops ensicauda) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Sword-tailed Newt belong to?

Sword-tailed Newt (Cynops ensicauda) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Tier).

What are the closest relatives of Sword-tailed Newt?

The closest relatives of Sword-tailed Newt in the genus Cynops include Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt, Fuding Fire-bellied Newt, Yunnan Lake Newt, Chinese Dwarf Newt, Japanese Fire-bellied Newt.