AnAge entry for Necturus punctatus

Classification (HAGRID: 00160)

Taxonomy
Kingdom: Animalia
    Phylum: Chordata
        Class: Amphibia (Taxon entry)
            Order: Caudata
                Family: Proteidae
                    Genus: Necturus
Species
Necturus punctatus
Common name
Dwarf waterdog
Synonyms
Necturus punctatus punctatus, Menobranchus punctatus

Lifespan, ageing, and relevant traits

Maximum longevity
Not yet established
Observations

One animal in captivity lived for 5.7 years [0451]. Still, the longevity of these animals is likely underestimated and more data required.

Life history traits (averages)

No information is available on life history. Please contact us if you wish to suggest or contribute data.

Metabolism

No information on metabolism is available.

References

External Resources

Integrated Taxonomic Information System
ITIS 173625
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NCBI Taxonomy
Taxonomy ID 420422
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