Least Concern

Salamander (Fire)

Salamandra salamandra

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About

The fire salamander is a striking amphibian with black bodies and bright yellow or orange markings. They are nocturnal and spend most of their time hidden under logs or rocks near streams.

Habitat

Forests and woodlands of Europe

Diet

Carnivorous - insects, spiders, and other small invertebrates

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Fun Facts

Fire salamanders produce toxic secretions from glands on their back to deter predators.
They can live up to 20 years in the wild.
Unlike most amphibians, fire salamanders give birth to live young in some populations.

Conservation

StatusLeast Concern

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