🌿Native Nature

Tennessee Cave Salamander

Gyrinophilus palleucus

Taxonomy

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

About

The Tennessee cave salamander (Gyrinophilus palleucus) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae, endemic to the United States. Its natural habitats are streams in caves. It is threatened by habitat destruction.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Tennessee Cave Salamander?
The scientific name of Tennessee Cave Salamander is Gyrinophilus palleucus.
What kingdom does Tennessee Cave Salamander belong to?
Tennessee Cave Salamander belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Tennessee Cave Salamander belong to?
Tennessee Cave Salamander belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Tennessee Cave Salamander belong to?
Tennessee Cave Salamander belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does Tennessee Cave Salamander belong to?
Tennessee Cave Salamander belongs to the order Caudata.
What family does Tennessee Cave Salamander belong to?
Tennessee Cave Salamander belongs to the family Plethodontidae.
What genus does Tennessee Cave Salamander belong to?
Tennessee Cave Salamander belongs to the genus Gyrinophilus.