Tritón Pigmeo

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

NT Near Threatened

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (Animals)

Phylum

Chordata (cordados)

Class

Amphibia (Amphibians)

Order

Caudata (Urodela)

Family

Salamandridae

Genus

Triturus

Species

Triturus pygmaeus (Tritón Pigmeo)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Tritón Pigmeo

German Zwergmarmormolch

Similar Species in Triturus

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Tritón Jaspeado

Triturus marmoratus

Least Concern

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crested newt

Triturus cristatus

Near Threatened

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italian crested newt

Triturus carnifex

Not Evaluated

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Southern Crested Newt

Triturus karelinii

Least Concern

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Danube Crested Newt

Triturus dobrogicus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tritón Pigmeo?

The scientific name of Tritón Pigmeo is Triturus pygmaeus. It belongs to the genus Triturus.

What is the conservation status of Tritón Pigmeo?

Tritón Pigmeo (Triturus pygmaeus) is classified as Near Threatened by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Tritón Pigmeo belong to?

Tritón Pigmeo (Triturus pygmaeus) belongs to the genus Triturus, which is part of the taxonomic family Salamandridae.

What kingdom does Tritón Pigmeo belong to?

Tritón Pigmeo (Triturus pygmaeus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).

What are the closest relatives of Tritón Pigmeo?

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