Sword-tailed Newt (Cynops ensicauda) — Vulnerable Amphibia

Sword-tailed Newt

Cynops ensicauda

Conservation Status

Vulnerable

Amphibia · Caudata · Salamandridae

About

The sword-tailed newt, yellow-bellied newt, or Okinawa newt is a species of true salamander from the Ryukyu Archipelago in Japan.

Fun Fact

They are the largest living members of their genus.

Quick Facts

Habitat

Live in cool, stagnant bodies of water.

Diet

Carnivore

Lifespan

To be updated

Threats

Habitat Degradation
Overexploitation
Invasive Species
Climate Change

External Data Sources

Recent sightings on iNaturalist IUCN Red List profile

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