Cartilaginous pectoral girdle of Salamandrella keyserlingii arises as a single vertical column, which contains both scapular and coracoid parts. Procoracoid part arises later as outgrowth of the preglenoid portion of the girdle. A three radial form of adult pectoral girdle is a result of irregular growth of the originally simple anlage. It is possible that certain collagen bundles stimulate expansion of the cartilaginous parts. There is only one center of ossification in the girdle.