The Salamandridae are a family of salamanders consisting of true salamanders and newts. Currently, 74 species (with more expected) have been identified in the Northern Hemisphere - Europe, Asia, the northern tip of Africa, and North America. Salamandrids are distinguished from other salamanders by the lack of rib or costal grooves along the sides ... Found on http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Salamandridae
A family of urodela consisting of 15 living genera and about 42 species and occurring in north america, europe, asia, and north africa. ... (12 Dec 1998) ... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20973