Blue Tailed Fire Belly Newt
Blue tailed fire belly newt is a relatively small species of salamander belonging to the family Salamandridae, endemic to China.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Amphibia |
| Order | Caudata |
| Family | Salamandridae |
| Genus | Cynops |
| Scientific Name | Cynops cyanurus |
| Other Names | Chuxiong fire-bellied newt |
| Size | Male: Up to 8 cm Female: Up to 10 cm |
| Color | Blue green or brown upper surface with orange to yellow belly; orange or yellow spot appears around the edge of the mouth and behind the eyes; brown legs |
| Distribution | China |
| Habitat | Forest ponds, rice paddies, irrigated wheat fields |
| Diet | Small aquatic invertebrates |
| Breeding Season | Early spring through summer and may even extend to fall |
| Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
| Incubation Period | 2 to 4 weeks |
| Metamorphosis Period | 3 to 4 months |
| Average Lifespan | 6 to 10 years |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
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- Cynops Cyanurus
