What is salamans?

Salamanders are a group of amphibians that belong to the order Caudata. They have a long body, a head with small eyes and a tail. They also have four legs that can be used for swimming and walking. They are typically found in moist environments such as forests, marshes, and ponds.

There are over 700 species of salamanders found throughout the world, with the majority living in North America. Some species of salamanders can regenerate body parts such as limbs, tails, and even organs.

Salamanders are carnivorous and mostly feed on insects, small mammals, and other small animals. They are also important indicators of environmental health as they are sensitive to changes in their habitat.

Some salamanders have toxic skin secretions, while others are brightly colored to advertise their toxicity to potential predators.

In folklore, salamanders were believed to be creatures of fire and were said to be able to live in flames, making them resistant to being burnt. Today, salamanders are often kept as pets, although it is illegal to take them from the wild in some areas.