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Where to observe and photograph the alpine salamander in the wild
Learn where and when to spot the alpine salamander in the wild, how to identify the species based on distinctive features, and what natural environments it inhabits. The WildlifePhotographer app offers tailored photography tips that reflect the alpine salamander’s behavior, helping you capture better wildlife images. Explore the full species profile for key information including description, habitat, active periods, and approach techniques.
Alpine salamander
Scientific name: Salamandra atra
IUCN Status: Least Concern
Family: SALAMANDRIDAE
Group: Amphibians
Sensitivity to human approach: Very shy
Minimum approach distance: 2 m
Reproduction period: May to June
Incubation: 730–1095 jours
Births: May to June
Habitat:
Temperate montane forests and humid alpine meadows
Activity period :
Primarily active during the day, with peak activity in the morning and late afternoon.
Identification and description:
The Alpine salamander is a terrestrial amphibian of the Alpine arc, with a shiny black body and short limbs. It inhabits humid montane forests and alpine meadows above 700 m, feeding on insects and small invertebrates. During the breeding season, males and females meet on damp ground to mate, without returning to water.
Recommended lens:
Macro – adjust based on distance, desired framing (portrait or habitat), and approach conditions.
Photography tips:
Position yourself near a shelter site (under a rock or log), remain still and shoot after rain or early morning, using a shallow depth of field to isolate the salamander against a blurred background and a low angle to highlight its skin texture.
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