🌿Native Nature

Western Red-backed Salamander

Plethodon vehiculum

Taxonomy

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

About

The western redback salamander (Plethodon vehiculum) is a species of salamander in the family Plethodontidae, found in Canada and the United States. Its natural habitats are temperate forests and rocky areas. The animal has a colored stripe on its back which varies from red to yellow.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of Western Red-backed Salamander?
The scientific name of Western Red-backed Salamander is Plethodon vehiculum.
What kingdom does Western Red-backed Salamander belong to?
Western Red-backed Salamander belongs to the kingdom Animalia.
What phylum does Western Red-backed Salamander belong to?
Western Red-backed Salamander belongs to the phylum Chordata.
What class does Western Red-backed Salamander belong to?
Western Red-backed Salamander belongs to the class Amphibia.
What order does Western Red-backed Salamander belong to?
Western Red-backed Salamander belongs to the order Caudata.
What family does Western Red-backed Salamander belong to?
Western Red-backed Salamander belongs to the family Plethodontidae.
What genus does Western Red-backed Salamander belong to?
Western Red-backed Salamander belongs to the genus Plethodon.