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Northern Dwarf Siren

Pseudobranchus striatus

Taxonomy

Kingdom: Animalia ›Phylum: Chordata ›Class: Amphibia ›Order: Caudata ›Family: Sirenidae ›Genus: Pseudobranchus

About

The northern dwarf siren (Pseudobranchus striatus) is a perennibranch salamander lacking hind legs. Found in the Southeastern United States, it one of two currently recognized species of dwarf sirens. Three subspecies are currently recognized; P. s. striatus, the broad-striped dwarf siren, P. s. lustricolus, the Gulf Hammock dwarf siren, and P. s. spheniscus, the slender dwarf siren.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Northern Dwarf Siren?
The scientific name of Northern Dwarf Siren is Pseudobranchus striatus.
What kingdom does Northern Dwarf Siren belong to?
Northern Dwarf Siren belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Northern Dwarf Siren belong to?
Northern Dwarf Siren belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Northern Dwarf Siren belong to?
Northern Dwarf Siren belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does Northern Dwarf Siren belong to?
Northern Dwarf Siren belongs to the order Caudata.
What family does Northern Dwarf Siren belong to?
Northern Dwarf Siren belongs to the family Sirenidae.
What genus does Northern Dwarf Siren belong to?
Northern Dwarf Siren belongs to the genus Pseudobranchus.