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Emperor Newt

Tylototriton shanjing

The Emperor Newt is a strikingly colored amphibian known for its vivid orange ridges and black body. Native to the mountainous regions of southwestern China, it inhabits moist forests near streams and pools. Its bright coloration serves as a warning for its potent toxins, making…

Classification

Amphibian

Family

Salamandridae

Habitat

Moist forested areas near streams and ponds

Diet

Carnivore

Conservation status

Near Threatened

Lifespan

10-20 years

Weight

15-30 grams

Scientific name

Tylototriton shanjing

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When threatened, the Emperor Newt can exude toxins through its skin, and the ribs can actually protrude through the skin to deliver poison directly.
The Emperor Newt can produce enough toxin to kill about 7,500 mice. It relies on aposematic (warning) coloration to deter predators and is sometimes called the Mandarin Newt due to its regal appearance.

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