Italian Cave Salamander

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

EN Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (สัตว์)

Phylum

Chordata (สัตว์มีแกนสันหลัง)

Class

Amphibia (สัตว์สะเทินน้ำสะเทินบก)

Order

Caudata (ซาลาแมนเดอร์)

Family

Plethodontidae

Genus

Speleomantes

Species

Speleomantes italicus (Italian Cave Salamander)

Names in Other Languages

German Italienischer Höhlensalamander

Similar Species in Speleomantes

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Ambrosi's Cave Salamander

Speleomantes ambrosii

Critically Endangered

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Imperial Cave Salamander

Speleomantes imperialis

Near Threatened

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Gene's Cave Salamander

Speleomantes genei

Vulnerable

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Supramonte Cave Salamander

Speleomantes supramontis

Endangered

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French Cave Salamander

Speleomantes strinatii

Endangered

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Monte Albo Cave Salamander

Speleomantes flavus

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Italian Cave Salamander?

The scientific name of Italian Cave Salamander is Speleomantes italicus. It belongs to the genus Speleomantes.

What is the conservation status of Italian Cave Salamander?

Italian Cave Salamander (Speleomantes italicus) is classified as Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Italian Cave Salamander belong to?

Italian Cave Salamander (Speleomantes italicus) belongs to the genus Speleomantes, which is part of the taxonomic family Plethodontidae.

Is Italian Cave Salamander endangered?

Yes, Italian Cave Salamander (Speleomantes italicus) is classified as Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Italian Cave Salamander belong to?

Italian Cave Salamander (Speleomantes italicus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (สัตว์).

What are the closest relatives of Italian Cave Salamander?

The closest relatives of Italian Cave Salamander in the genus Speleomantes include Ambrosi's Cave Salamander, Imperial Cave Salamander, Gene's Cave Salamander, Supramonte Cave Salamander, French Cave Salamander.