Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt

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The Blue Gray Fire Bellied Newt (Cynops glaucus) is a species in the genus Cynops. It is currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List. Typically found in freshwater habitats, moist forests, and wetlands.

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Chordata (Kordalılar)

Class

Amphibia (amfibiler)

Order

Caudata (Semender)

Family

Salamandridae

Genus

Cynops

Species

Cynops glaucus (Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt)

Names in Other Languages

Chinese 灰蓝蝾螈

Similar Species in Cynops

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Fuding Fire-bellied Newt

Cynops fudingensis

Critically Endangered

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Yunnan Lake Newt

Cynops wolterstorffi

Extinct

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Chinese Dwarf Newt

Cynops orientalis

Least Concern

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Sword-tailed Newt

Cynops ensicauda

Vulnerable

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Japanese Fire-bellied Newt

Cynops pyrrhogaster

Not Evaluated

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Dayang Newt

Cynops orphicus

Endangered

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt?

The scientific name of Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt is Cynops glaucus. It belongs to the genus Cynops.

What is the conservation status of Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt?

Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt (Cynops glaucus) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt belong to?

Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt (Cynops glaucus) belongs to the genus Cynops, which is part of the taxonomic family Salamandridae.

Is Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt endangered?

Yes, Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt (Cynops glaucus) is classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt belong to?

Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt (Cynops glaucus) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt?

The closest relatives of Blue-gray Fire-bellied Newt in the genus Cynops include Fuding Fire-bellied Newt, Yunnan Lake Newt, Chinese Dwarf Newt, Sword-tailed Newt, Japanese Fire-bellied Newt.