From a cell to a living organism
Timelapse of a salamander's growth over three weeks.
How a cell is converted into a complete organism
The long process of division and differentiation of a monocyte cell embryo to an alpine triton, an amphibious animal family of salamanders. A timelapse 6 minutes to directed by Jan van IJken.
Awkward salamander trying to eat a cricket
A salamander is trying to eat a cricket, but fails. In fact the eyes of most salamanders are adapted for vision at night and not see in bright light.
A salamander regenerates the severed leg
Watch as this tiger salamander regenerates the severed leg, within a few weeks.
How a salamander regenerates its ends
Salamanders can regenerate their limbs when they amputate. In this brief presentation, we see how the stem cells allow regeneration.
Frog vs. salamandras
This small salamander might look harmless, but in reality hides a very powerful weapon.