life-size Chinese Giant Salamander model on display
Opening at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) on May 16, 2009, the Schad Gallery of Biodiversity features 2,500 species within seven ecosystem experiences. The gallery highlights endangered and threatened species from around the world and includes the life-sized model of the Chinese Giant Salamander (Andrias davidianus) shown above.

bug-like salamander species found in Ecuador
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Daniel Mitsui, a ...
Daniel Mitsui, a freelance illustrator in Chicago, has displayed on his blog a beautifully detailed illustration based on the crucifixion of Christ. The illustration includes "four small figures which represent the elements" including one figure holding an unburning salamander. Not surprising as salamanders throughout history have often been used to symbolize the element of fire

salamander themed walking tour in South Carolina
The town of Columbia, South Carolina is unveiling a new interactive walking tour using the theme of the S