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Orange Salamander 2 Salamander - Ricketts Glen, PA Amphibians,Eastern newt,Notophthalmus viridescens,Salamander,red eft,red-spotted newt Click/tap to enlarge Species introCountry intro

The eastern newt or red-spotted newt is a common salamander of eastern North America. Eastern newts dwell in wet forests with small lakes or ponds. They can coexist in an aquatic environment with small, non-carnivorous fish, however, their skin secretes a poisonous substance when the newt is threatened or injured. They have a lifespan of 12 to 15 years in the wild, and may grow to 5 inches in length.

Similar species: Salamanders
Species identified by Ferdy Christant
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Uploaded Jun 30, 2011. Captured Aug 19, 2010 19:16.
  • Canon EOS DIGITAL REBEL XSi
  • f/5.6
  • 1/60s
  • ISO400
  • 55mm