Common Name, Family, Genus and Species

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Crocodile Newts (Tylototriton & Echinotriton)...
Two popular genera of Asian newts, the crocodile newts are diverse of habit, habitat, and appearance. The Mandarin or Emperor Newt, Tylototriton shanjing, is highly sought after.
Andy Baker2589 275 29-04-07  23:46
Eurasian Newts (Triturus, former Triturus & Euproctus)...
Triturus and its relatives (Mesotriton, Lissotriton, and Ommatotriton) are a diverse and widespread group of newts. While mainly European, several species can be found in the Near and Middle East. Euproctus, the brook newts, are confined to the Pyrennees mountain region of southern France and northern Spain.
Dan1999 235 30-04-07  02:28
Fire-Belly & Sword-Tail Newts (Cynops)
Perhaps the most famous and frequently bred newts in captivity, the fire-bellied newts and sword-tail newts are well known throughout the world as being excellent, gregarious captives.
Heather Jewett4429 477 29-04-07  17:58
Fire Salamanders (Salamandra)
The first salamanders described, this diverse genus of species and subspecies can be found throughout Europe and the Near-East. They are the animals that first come to mind when most people hear the word "salamander".
Stefanie C943 127 27-04-07  00:14
Pacific Giant Salamanders (Dicamptodon)
Found only in the Northwest of the United States of America, the (currently) 4 species of this genus are the largest and heaviest land-living salamanders in the world.
Russ Cormack136 15 07-12-06  13:45
Hynobiid Salamanders (Hynobiidae)
This group of Far Eastern salamanders are becoming increasingly popular in captivity, and thanks to the captive breeding efforts of one European hobbyist in particular (you know who I mean), they are becoming easier and easier to acquire.
Tim Johnson1221 139 27-04-07  12:46
Large Aquatic Salamanders (Hellbenders and other Cryptobranchids, N...
This topic covers Cryptobranchids like the hellbender and Asian giant salamanders, as well as sirens, mud puppies, and amphiumas.
Sarah1053 132 25-04-07  15:30
Mole Salamanders but not tigers or axolotls (Ambystomatids)
These large-mouthed, burrowing salamanders are indigenous to Central and North America.
Magaly Ameneyro Ange507 92 19-04-07  18:16
Near and Middle Eastern Newts (Neurergus)
Arguably the most beautiful newts in the world, this Asian genus is highly desired by many hobbyists.
Mark Aartse-Tuyn528 45 29-04-07  17:20
North American Newts (Notophthalmus & Taricha)...
While not closely related, these two genera are the true newts of North America.
Ryan1350 192 29-04-07  00:31
Paddle Tail Newts (Pachytriton)
A genus of large, powerful Asian newts, that demonstrate parental care and other unique behaviour.
Erik Keyster369 59 25-04-07  15:57
Plethodontids and Lungless Salamanders (Bolitoglossa, Eurycea, Plet...
The largest, and one of the most diverse groups of salamanders, these salamanders have all evolved to breathe solely through their skin and are found almost exclusively in North America.
Phil938 159 29-04-07  19:08
Ribbed Newts (Pleurodeles)
Now comprising at least 3 species, this genus of newts includes the largest "newt" in the world, Pleurodeles waltl.
Ryan341 56 03-03-07  17:52
Tiger Salamander & Axolotl (Ambystoma tigrinum, A. mavortium spp, A...
The Tiger Salamanders and the Axolotl are so popular amongst hobbyists that they have been given their own topic. If you're particularly interested in the Axolotl, there is a large section of the forum devoted mainly to beginner Axolotl enthusiasts here.
Jan Williams748 135 22-04-07  17:24
Warty Newts (Paramesotriton)
Often sold incorrectly as Japanese fire-bellied newts, these territorial newts are distinct from other genera and very interesting in their own right.
Louise Selfridge1187 137 23-04-07  09:29
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