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Green Salamander

Aneides aeneus

Taxonomy

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

About

The green salamander (Aneides aeneus) is a member of the lungless salamanders, family Plethodontidae. It is the only member of the Aneides genus that inhabits the Eastern United States (all other Aneides salamanders are found in the west). Rarely seen in the field, the green salamander is an extremely habitat-specific species that is seldom found away from its preferred surroundings: moist, shaded rock crevices.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Green Salamander?
The scientific name of Green Salamander is Aneides aeneus.
What kingdom does Green Salamander belong to?
Green Salamander belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Green Salamander belong to?
Green Salamander belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Green Salamander belong to?
Green Salamander belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does Green Salamander belong to?
Green Salamander belongs to the order Caudata.
What family does Green Salamander belong to?
Green Salamander belongs to the family Plethodontidae.
What genus does Green Salamander belong to?
Green Salamander belongs to the genus Aneides.