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Fire Salamander (Salamandra salamandra)

Fire Salamander

Salamandra salamandra

VU Vulnerable

High risk of extinction in the wild

Source: IUCN Red List

About the Fire Salamander

The fire salamander (Salamandra salamandra) is possibly the best-known salamander species in Europe.

Key Facts

  • Vulnerable - facing a high risk of extinction.
  • Well-known species with 58,994 recorded observations.

Classification

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the scientific name of the Fire Salamander?

The scientific name of the Fire Salamander is Salamandra salamandra.

Is the Fire Salamander endangered?

The Fire Salamander is classified as Vulnerable on the IUCN Red List.

How many Fire Salamander sightings have been recorded?

58,994 observations of the Fire Salamander have been recorded on iNaturalist.

58,994 observations on iNaturalist
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