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Cumberland Plateau Salamander

Plethodon kentucki

Taxonomy

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

About

The Cumberland Plateau salamander (Plethodon kentucki) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae endemic to the United States. Its natural habitat is temperate forests. It is threatened by habitat loss.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Cumberland Plateau Salamander?
The scientific name of Cumberland Plateau Salamander is Plethodon kentucki.
What is the conservation status of Cumberland Plateau Salamander?
The Cumberland Plateau Salamander has a conservation status of Least Concern.
What kingdom does Cumberland Plateau Salamander belong to?
Cumberland Plateau Salamander belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Cumberland Plateau Salamander belong to?
Cumberland Plateau Salamander belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Cumberland Plateau Salamander belong to?
Cumberland Plateau Salamander belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does Cumberland Plateau Salamander belong to?
Cumberland Plateau Salamander belongs to the order Caudata.
What family does Cumberland Plateau Salamander belong to?
Cumberland Plateau Salamander belongs to the family Plethodontidae.
What genus does Cumberland Plateau Salamander belong to?
Cumberland Plateau Salamander belongs to the genus Plethodon.