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Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander

Bolitoglossa flavimembris

Endangered

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

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom
Animalia (animal)
Phylum
Chordata (Chordates)
Class
Amphibia (amphibien)
Order
Caudata (Caudata)
Family
Plethodontidae
Genus
Bolitoglossa
Species
Bolitoglossa flavimembris (Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander)

Names in Other Languages

Spanish Salamandra-lengua hongueada patas amarillas

Similar Species in Bolitoglossa

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Bolitoglosse de Walker
Bolitoglossa walkeri
Near Threatened
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Bolitoglosse du Rio Santa Rosa
Bolitoglossa digitigrada
Data Deficient
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Broad-footed Salamander
Bolitoglossa platydactyla
Least Concern
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Chucanti Salamander
Bolitoglossa chucantiensis
Critically Endangered
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Tamá Salamander
Bolitoglossa tamaense
Endangered
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Guaramacal’s Salamander
Bolitoglossa guaramacalensis
Endangered
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O'Donnell's Salamander
Bolitoglossa odonnelli
Near Threatened
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Carabobo Salamander
Bolitoglossa borburata
Vulnerable
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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander?
The scientific name of Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander is Bolitoglossa flavimembris. It belongs to the genus Bolitoglossa.
What is the conservation status of Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander?
Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander (Bolitoglossa flavimembris) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.
Where does Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander live?
Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander 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 Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander belong to?
Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander (Bolitoglossa flavimembris) belongs to the genus Bolitoglossa, which is part of the taxonomic family Plethodontidae.
Is Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander endangered?
Yes, Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander (Bolitoglossa flavimembris) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.
What kingdom does Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander belong to?
Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander (Bolitoglossa flavimembris) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (animal).
What are the closest relatives of Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander?
The closest relatives of Yellow-legged Mushroomtongue Salamander in the genus Bolitoglossa include Bolitoglosse de Walker, Bolitoglosse du Rio Santa Rosa, Broad-footed Salamander, Chucanti Salamander, Tamá Salamander.

Native Range — 1 Countries

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Genus Bolitoglossa — 20 Species

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Bolitoglosse de Walker
Bolitoglossa walkeri
NT 🐾
Bolitoglosse du Rio Santa Rosa
Bolitoglossa digitigrada
DD 🐾
Broad-footed Salamander
Bolitoglossa platydactyla
LC 🐾
Chucanti Salamander
Bolitoglossa chucantiensis
CR 🐾
Tamá Salamander
Bolitoglossa tamaense
EN 🐾
Guaramacal’s Salamander
Bolitoglossa guaramacalensis
EN 🐾
Ramos' Mushroomtongue Salamander
Bolitoglossa ramosi
NT 🐾
Yarmal Mushroomtongue Salamander
Bolitoglossa vallecula
LC 🐾
La Mucuy Salamander
Bolitoglossa mucuyensis
EN 🐾
Lincoln's Mushroomtongue Salamander
Bolitoglossa lincolni
NT 🐾
Rilett's Mushroomtongue Salamander
Bolitoglossa riletti
EN 🐾
Long-nosed Salamander
Bolitoglossa rostrata
NT 🐾
Leandra Salamander
Bolitoglossa leandrae
CR 🐾
Pandi Mushroomtongue Salamander
Bolitoglossa pandi
EN 🐾
Hartweg's Mushroomtongue Salamander
Bolitoglossa hartwegi
VU 🐾
O'Donnell's Salamander
Bolitoglossa odonnelli
NT 🐾
Orphan Salamander
Bolitoglossa capitana
CR 🐾
Zapotec Salamander
Bolitoglossa zapoteca
EN 🐾
Chinateca Salamander
Bolitoglossa chinanteca
NT 🐾
Carabobo Salamander
Bolitoglossa borburata
VU
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