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Blue Ridge Gray-cheeked Salamander

Plethodon amplus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Amphibia ›Order: Caudata ›Family: Plethodontidae ›Genus: Plethodon

About

The Blue Ridge gray-cheeked salamander (Plethodon amplus) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae endemic to the United States. It is one of 55 species in the genus Plethodon and one of the last to be described of its cogeners. Its natural habitat is temperate forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Blue Ridge Gray-cheeked Salamander?
The scientific name of Blue Ridge Gray-cheeked Salamander is Plethodon amplus.
What kingdom does Blue Ridge Gray-cheeked Salamander belong to?
Blue Ridge Gray-cheeked Salamander belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Blue Ridge Gray-cheeked Salamander belong to?
Blue Ridge Gray-cheeked Salamander belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Blue Ridge Gray-cheeked Salamander belong to?
Blue Ridge Gray-cheeked Salamander belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does Blue Ridge Gray-cheeked Salamander belong to?
Blue Ridge Gray-cheeked Salamander belongs to the order Caudata.
What family does Blue Ridge Gray-cheeked Salamander belong to?
Blue Ridge Gray-cheeked Salamander belongs to the family Plethodontidae.
What genus does Blue Ridge Gray-cheeked Salamander belong to?
Blue Ridge Gray-cheeked Salamander belongs to the genus Plethodon.