Photo of the Day #164: Red-Spotted Newt

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Red-Spotted Newt (Notophthalmus viridescens viridescens).


What a gorgeous little guy!

I've kept three viridescens (aquatic phase adults) for over 17 years. They are wonderful and entertaining animals.

Just saw these fellas on a Vert Zoo practical the other day. Quite brilliant.

By Bob Kallal (not verified) on 21 Mar 2008 #permalink