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Rough-skinned Newt
Taricha granulosa
The Rough-skinned Newt is a medium-sized amphibian native to the Pacific Northwest of North America. It is easily identified by its granular, rough-textured brownish skin on its back and bright orange to yellow belly. This newt is highly toxic, producing a potent neurotoxin call…
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- Despite their extreme toxicity, rough-skinned newts are harmless to handle if not ingested or if toxins do not enter the body through cuts or mucous membranes.
- Rough-skinned Newts are among the most toxic amphibians in North America, with enough toxin to kill several adult humans. Some populations of garter snakes have evolved resistance to their toxin, resulting in an evolutionary arms race. When threatened, the newt exhibits a warning posture by arching its back and displaying its bright orange belly.
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