fire salamander

Known for its striking colors and its role as an indicator of healthy ecosystems, the fire salamander is a fascinating amphibian that lives in moist forests and waterways. This fact sheet provides a detailed overview of the fire salamander's biology and lifestyle and emphasizes the importance of its protection and conservation in natural habitats.

The fire salamander measures 15 to 25 cm in body length and weighs 50 to 150 g. As a carnivore, the fire salamander eats insects, spiders, snails, small vertebrates, and other invertebrates. Its life expectancy is up to 20 years.

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Profile: fire salamander

  • Scientific classification

    • Class: Amphibians (Amphibia)
    • Order: Urodela
    • Family: Salamandridae (true salamanders)
    • Genus: Salamandra
    • Species: S. salamandra (fire salamander)

  • Physical characteristics

    • Size: Body length of 15-25 cm
    • Weight: 50-150 g
    • Special features: Black, shiny skin with striking yellow or orange spots, strong build, long tail and four limbs.

  • Habitat and distribution

    • Common regions: Europe, especially in temperate zones
    • Habitat: Moist forests, mountainous regions, near bodies of water such as streams and ponds; requires shady and moist places.

  • Nutrition

    • Diet: Carnivore
    • Typical food: insects, spiders, snails, small vertebrates and other invertebrates.

  • Reproduction and lifestyle

    • Breeding season: spring to summer
    • Reproduction: Eggs are laid in water or moist substrates; the larvae develop in water.
    • Lifestyle: Mainly nocturnal, hiding under stones, leaves or in burrows during the day.

  • Lifespan and protection status

    • Life expectancy: Up to 20 years in the wild
    • Endangered status: Not threatened, but threatened by habitat loss, pollution and disease.
    • Protection measures: preservation and protection of habitats, control of diseases and prevention of road traffic casualties.

  • How big the fire salamander really is

    • Fire salamander: 12.5 × 4 cm

    Dimensions of the life-size standees (width × height), printed to scale 1:1.

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