A small European amphibian characterized by distinctive yellow-black ventral coloration and a warning pattern signaling toxicity to potential predators.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Found in humid mountainous regions across central and southern Europe, including alpine meadows, forest edges, woodland clearings, and small water bodies like ponds and streams at elevations between 200-1,800 meters.
Ecological Role
Critical indicator species for ecosystem health, controlling insect populations and serving as prey for various predators within aquatic and terrestrial food webs.
