Sword-tailed Newt

Habitat & Distribution

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

Conservation Status

VU Vulnerable

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

Cynops

Species

Cynops ensicauda (Sword-tailed Newt)

Names in Other Languages

Japanese Shiriken-Imori

Similar Species in Cynops

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东方蝾螈

Cynops orientalis

Least Concern

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滇螈

Cynops wolterstorffi

Extinct

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潮汕蝾螈

Cynops orphicus

Endangered

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灰蓝蝾螈

Cynops glaucus

Critically Endangered

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福鼎蝾螈

Cynops fudingensis

Critically Endangered

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Japanese Fire-bellied Newt

Cynops pyrrhogaster

Not Evaluated

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Sword-tailed Newt?

The scientific name of Sword-tailed Newt is Cynops ensicauda. It belongs to the genus Cynops.

What is the conservation status of Sword-tailed Newt?

Sword-tailed Newt (Cynops ensicauda) is classified as Vulnerable by the IUCN Red List.

What family does Sword-tailed Newt belong to?

Sword-tailed Newt (Cynops ensicauda) belongs to the genus Cynops, which is part of the taxonomic family Salamandridae.

Is Sword-tailed Newt endangered?

Yes, Sword-tailed Newt (Cynops ensicauda) is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List, which means it faces a significant risk of extinction in the wild.

What kingdom does Sword-tailed Newt belong to?

Sword-tailed Newt (Cynops ensicauda) belongs to the kingdom Animalia (动物界).

What are the closest relatives of Sword-tailed Newt?

The closest relatives of Sword-tailed Newt in the genus Cynops include 东方蝾螈, 滇螈, 潮汕蝾螈, 灰蓝蝾螈, 福鼎蝾螈.