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Sagalla Caecilian

Boulengerula niedeni

Critically Endangered

Habitat & Distribution

Found across multiple habitat types including tropical and subtropical moist broadleaf forests, tropical and subtropical grasslands and savannas, and flooded grasslands and savannas, among 5 distinct biome types within the Afrotropic biogeographic realm. Populations are also found in montane and highland environments at higher elevations.

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

🇰🇪 Kenya

Conservation Status

CR Critically Endangered

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (hayvan)

Phylum

Chordata (Kordalılar)

Class

Amphibia (amfibiler)

Order

Gymnophiona (Ayaksız iki yaşamlılar)

Species

Boulengerula niedeni (Sagalla Caecilian)

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sagalla Caecilian?

The scientific name of Sagalla Caecilian is Boulengerula niedeni. It belongs to the genus Boulengerula.

What is the conservation status of Sagalla Caecilian?

Sagalla Caecilian (Boulengerula niedeni) is classified as Critically Endangered by the IUCN Red List.

Where does Sagalla Caecilian live?

Sagalla Caecilian is found in Found in Kenya. Currently classified as Critically Endangered on the IUCN Red List, this species faces significant conservation challenges across its range.. Countries include Kenya.

What family does Sagalla Caecilian belong to?

Sagalla Caecilian (Boulengerula niedeni) belongs to the genus Boulengerula, which is part of the taxonomic family Herpelidae.

Is Sagalla Caecilian endangered?

Yes, Sagalla Caecilian (Boulengerula niedeni) 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 Sagalla Caecilian belong to?

Sagalla Caecilian (Boulengerula niedeni) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (hayvan).

What are the closest relatives of Sagalla Caecilian?

The closest relatives of Sagalla Caecilian in the genus Boulengerula include Taita Caecilian.