A small, aquatic salamander species native to Western and Central Europe, characterized by its distinctive webbed hind feet and smooth, moist skin.
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Ecology & Habitat
Habitat
Freshwater environments including ponds, slow-moving streams, wetlands, and humid forest areas with temperatures ranging from 4-22°C, predominantly found in altitudes between 0-1,500 meters.
Ecological Role
Critical in aquatic and terrestrial ecosystem food webs, controlling insect populations and serving as prey for larger predators like birds and small mammals.
Morphology
SKIN COATSmooth, permeable skin with subtle color variations between males and females
LIMBS WINGSFour limbs, characteristic webbed hind feet during breeding season
HEAD SENSORYRounded snout, large eyes, external gills during larval stage
BODY STRUCTURESmall salamander, typically 6-10 cm in total length, slender body with smooth, moist skin
Data Source: TaxonHub Database
Image Credit: MarioM
