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Eastern Newt (Red Eft stage)

Notophthalmus viridescens

Photo by Ranger 25
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Field Notes

Description:

A common newt of North America. Skin secretes a poisonous substance when the newt is threatened or injured. Reddish orange with dark brown spots. Grow to about 5 inches long.

Habitat:

Small lakes, ponds, and streams or nearby wet forests

Species ID Suggestions

Red eft; eastern newt

Notophthalmus viridescens

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shebebusynow
This is not a lizard (which is a reptile); it's a newt (which is an amphibian). They start their life in water, with gills, and do not have scaly skin. They prefer to stay out of the sun, while lizards tend to like the sun's warmth.

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PublishedJuly 3, 2014

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