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Salamandra de Xicotepec

Chiropterotriton melipona

Endangered
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Habitat & Distribution

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

Found in Mexico. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.

🇲🇽 Mexico

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Salamandra de Xicotepec

Similar Species in Chiropterotriton

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Salamandra de Cruz Blanca
Chiropterotriton totonacus
Critically Endangered
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Salamandra del Bosque de Niebla del Cofre de Perote
Chiropterotriton nubilus
Critically Endangered
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Salamandra de los Cerón
Chiropterotriton ceronorum
Critically Endangered
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Salamandra de Tlapacoyan
Chiropterotriton casasi
Critically Endangered
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Salamandra de Valle Alegre
Chiropterotriton perotensis
Critically Endangered
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Salamandra Dorada de Atzalan
Chiropterotriton aureus
Critically Endangered
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Salamandra-pie plano arbórea
Chiropterotriton arboreus
Critically Endangered
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Salamandra-pie plano cartilaginosa
Chiropterotriton chondrostega
Endangered
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Salamandra de Xicotepec?
The scientific name of Salamandra de Xicotepec is Chiropterotriton melipona. It belongs to the genus Chiropterotriton.
What is the conservation status of Salamandra de Xicotepec?
Salamandra de Xicotepec (Chiropterotriton melipona) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Salamandra de Xicotepec live?
Salamandra de Xicotepec is found in Found in Mexico. Currently classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Mexico.
What family does Salamandra de Xicotepec belong to?
Salamandra de Xicotepec (Chiropterotriton melipona) belongs to the genus Chiropterotriton, which is part of the taxonomic family Plethodontidae.
Is Salamandra de Xicotepec endangered?
Yes, Salamandra de Xicotepec (Chiropterotriton melipona) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Salamandra de Xicotepec belong to?
Salamandra de Xicotepec (Chiropterotriton melipona) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (Animals).
What are the closest relatives of Salamandra de Xicotepec?
The closest relatives of Salamandra de Xicotepec in the genus Chiropterotriton include Salamandra de Cruz Blanca, Salamandra del Bosque de Niebla del Cofre de Perote, Salamandra de los Cerón, Salamandra de Tlapacoyan, Salamandra de Valle Alegre.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Chiropterotriton — 20 Species

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Salamandra de Cruz Blanca
Chiropterotriton totonacus
CR 🐾
Salamandra del Bosque de Niebla del Cofre de Perote
Chiropterotriton nubilus
CR 🐾
Salamandra de los Cerón
Chiropterotriton ceronorum
CR 🐾
Salamandra de Tlapacoyan
Chiropterotriton casasi
CR 🐾
Salamandra de Valle Alegre
Chiropterotriton perotensis
CR
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Salamandra de Xicotepec
Chiropterotriton melipona
EN
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Salamandra Dorada de Atzalan
Chiropterotriton aureus
CR 🐾
Salamandra-pie plano arbórea
Chiropterotriton arboreus
CR 🐾
Salamandra-pie plano cartilaginosa
Chiropterotriton chondrostega
EN 🐾
Salamandra-pie plano común
Chiropterotriton chiropterus
CR 🐾
Salamandra-pie plano de caverna
Chiropterotriton mosaueri
CR 🐾
Salamandra-pie plano enana
Chiropterotriton dimidiatus
VU 🐾
Salamandra-pie plano multidentada
Chiropterotriton multidentatus
EN 🐾
Salamandra-pie plano patona
Chiropterotriton magnipes
EN 🐾
Salamandra-pie plano pigmea
Chiropterotriton lavae
CR 🐾
Salamandra-pie plano primitiva
Chiropterotriton priscus
NT 🐾
Terrestrial Flat-footed Salamander
Chiropterotriton terrestris
CR 🐾
Miquihuana Splayfoot Salamander
Chiropterotriton miquihuanus
EN 🐾
El Chico Salamander
Chiropterotriton chico
VU 🐾
El Cielo Salamander
Chiropterotriton cieloensis
VU
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