also: サラマンドラ · サラマンデル
salamander (mythological fire spirit)
Refers to the legendary creature believed to live in fire, often appearing in fantasy and alchemy contexts.
In alchemy, the salamander is considered a fire spirit.
Only with reading サラマンダー
Refers to the real amphibian of the order Caudata. The reading サラマンダー is specified for this sense; サンショウウオ is the native Japanese term.
See also: サンショウウオ
Salamanders are amphibians and live in moist places.