7 observationsCritically Endangered
Terrestrial Splayfoot Salamander
Chiropterotriton terrestris
Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia βΊPhylum: Chordata βΊClass: Amphibia βΊOrder: Caudata βΊFamily: Plethodontidae βΊGenus: Chiropterotriton
About
The terrestrial splayfoot salamander or terrestrial flat-footed salamander (Chiropterotriton terrestris) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae. It is endemic to eastern Hidalgo state, Mexico. Its natural habitats are humid pine-oak and cloud forests. It is threatened by habitat loss (deforestation).
Frequently Asked Questions
- The scientific name of Terrestrial Splayfoot Salamander is Chiropterotriton terrestris.
- The Terrestrial Splayfoot Salamander has a conservation status of Critically Endangered.
- Terrestrial Splayfoot Salamander belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
- Terrestrial Splayfoot Salamander belongs to the phylum Chordata.
- Terrestrial Splayfoot Salamander belongs to the class Amphibia.
- Terrestrial Splayfoot Salamander belongs to the order Caudata.
- Terrestrial Splayfoot Salamander belongs to the family Plethodontidae.
- Terrestrial Splayfoot Salamander belongs to the genus Chiropterotriton.