Amphibians of Spain

Despite its largely dry climate, Spain has a well-developed amphibian fauna of 9 newts & salamanders, and 19 frogs & toads, with a mixture of typical Mediterranean species in the south, and temperate European species further north.

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Lizards of Spain

Twenty-eight species of lizards are currently recognised from Spain, with six endemic species and several others with the vast majority of their range in the country.

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Snakes of Spain

Spain has an interesting snake fauna of 13 species, including several endemics. As is typical with snakes, even though they are widespread in Spain, they are not easily seen, and coming across one invariably involves being in the right place at the right time!

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