italian crested newt

Habitat & Distribution

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

Found across Europe (9 countries).

🇳🇴 Norway 🇵🇹 Portugal 🇸🇪 Sweden 🇧🇪 Belgium 🇫🇷 France 🇩🇪 Germany 🇨🇭 Switzerland 🇬🇧 United Kingdom 🇳🇱 Netherlands

Full Taxonomy

Kingdom

Animalia (动物界)

Phylum

Chordata (脊索动物门)

Class

Amphibia (两栖动物)

Order

Caudata (有尾目)

Family

Salamandridae

Genus

Triturus

Species

Triturus carnifex (italian crested newt)

Names in Other Languages

French triton crêté italien

German Italienischer Kammolch

Similar Species in Triturus

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crested newt

Triturus cristatus

Near Threatened

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marbled newt

Triturus marmoratus

Least Concern

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Southern Marbled Newt

Triturus pygmaeus

Near Threatened

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Southern Crested Newt

Triturus karelinii

Least Concern

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Danube Crested Newt

Triturus dobrogicus

Least Concern

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of italian crested newt?

The scientific name of italian crested newt is Triturus carnifex. It belongs to the genus Triturus.

Where does italian crested newt live?

italian crested newt is found in Found across Europe (9 countries).. Countries include Belgium, France, Germany, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, United Kingdom.

What family does italian crested newt belong to?

italian crested newt (Triturus carnifex) belongs to the genus Triturus, which is part of the taxonomic family Salamandridae.

What kingdom does italian crested newt belong to?

italian crested newt (Triturus carnifex) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).

What are the closest relatives of italian crested newt?

The closest relatives of italian crested newt in the genus Triturus include crested newt, marbled newt, Southern Marbled Newt, Southern Crested Newt, Danube Crested Newt.