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California Newt

Taricha torosa

Photo by HemaShah
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Description:

This pond was full of Newt Eggs. You can see the round gelatin masses with bright specks ,which are the egg masses.
This picture shows a newt protecting its egg sac, They are quite vigilant and they also patrol the territory. The newt and egg masses are both under water.

Species ID Suggestions

California Newt

Taricha torosa

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wow...
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PublishedMarch 1, 2013

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