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Townsend's Dwarf Salamander

Parvimolge townsendi

Taxonomy

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

About

Parvimolge townsendi, the Townsend's dwarf salamander, is a salamander in the family Plethodontidae, the lungless salamanders. It is monotypic within the genus Parvimolge, although this may yet change as molecular data suggest that it is embedded within a paraphyletic Pseudoeurycea. Parvimolge townsendi is endemic to the Sierra Madre Oriental in central and southern Veracruz, Mexico.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Townsend's Dwarf Salamander?
The scientific name of Townsend's Dwarf Salamander is Parvimolge townsendi.
What is the conservation status of Townsend's Dwarf Salamander?
The Townsend's Dwarf Salamander has a conservation status of Vulnerable.
What kingdom does Townsend's Dwarf Salamander belong to?
Townsend's Dwarf Salamander belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Townsend's Dwarf Salamander belong to?
Townsend's Dwarf Salamander belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Townsend's Dwarf Salamander belong to?
Townsend's Dwarf Salamander belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does Townsend's Dwarf Salamander belong to?
Townsend's Dwarf Salamander belongs to the order Caudata.
What family does Townsend's Dwarf Salamander belong to?
Townsend's Dwarf Salamander belongs to the family Plethodontidae.
What genus does Townsend's Dwarf Salamander belong to?
Townsend's Dwarf Salamander belongs to the genus Parvimolge.