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crested newt

Triturus cristatus

Near Threatened

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El tritón crestado (Triturus cristatus) está clasificado como Casi Amenazado (NT) en la Lista Roja de la UICN. Próximo a cumplir los criterios de amenaza, con poblaciones que podrían volverse vulnerables sin medidas de conservación.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (6 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.

🇳🇴 Norway 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇺🇦 Ukraine 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇩🇰 Denmark 🇱🇺 Luxembourg

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Amphibia (Amphibians)

Species

Triturus cristatus (crested newt)

Names in Other Languages

French triton crêté

German Kammolch

Russian Grebenchatyi Triton

Similar Species in Triturus

Southern Crested Newt

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of crested newt?

The scientific name of crested newt is Triturus cristatus. It belongs to the genus Triturus.

What is the conservation status of crested newt?

crested newt (Triturus cristatus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

Where does crested newt live?

crested newt is found in Found across Europe (6 countries). Listed as Near Threatened, this species requires ongoing monitoring to prevent population decline.. Countries include Belgium, Denmark, Luxembourg, Norway, Sweden, Ukraine.

What family does crested newt belong to?

crested newt (Triturus cristatus) belongs to the genus Triturus, which is part of the taxonomic family Salamandridae.

What kingdom does crested newt belong to?

crested newt (Triturus cristatus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of crested newt?

The closest relatives of crested newt in the genus Triturus include Tritón Jaspeado, Tritón Pigmeo, italian crested newt, Southern Crested Newt, Danube Crested Newt.