The 'salamander broiler' derives its name from mythical salamanders that were believed to be immune to fire. Modern salamander broilers are somewhat similar to electric or gas ovens with the heating...
There are different types of spotted salamanders. Depending on the color there are many types. My personal favorite is the red spotted newt. Newts and salamanders are pretty much the same thing but...
The most recent common ancestor to all living salamanders certainly had at least aquatic larvae, and probably an entirely aquatic life cycle, much like a hellbender.