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California Newt — printable fact sheet
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California Newt
Taricha torosa
The California newt is a medium-sized amphibian native to California, recognized by its rough, warty skin and striking orange to brown coloration. It inhabits moist woodlands, chaparral, and forested areas, especially near streams and ponds during the breeding season. The newt i…
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- Despite their toxic skin, some garter snakes have evolved resistance and are one of the few predators capable of eating California newts.
- California newts secrete a powerful neurotoxin called tetrodotoxin from their skin, making them highly poisonous to most animals. During courtship, males perform a tail-fanning display to attract females. Their bright orange underside serves as a warning coloration to potential predators.
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