Black Spotted Newt
Black spotted newt is a species of newt found in Northeastern Mexico and Southern Texas in the United States. The species is aquatic. The animal uses toxic skin secretions to ward off predators.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Amphibia |
| Order | Caudata |
| Family | Salamandridae |
| Genus | Notophthalmus |
| Scientific Name | Notophthalmus meridionalis |
| Other Names | Texas newt |
| Size | 2.9-4.3 in (7.1–11 cm) |
| Color | Olive green background color with many black spots; yellow underside which sometimes reach to the sides |
| Distribution | Northeastern Mexico and southern Texas (United States) |
| Habitat | Quiet stretches of streams, temporary and permanent ponds and ditches |
| Diet | Insects, leeches, aquatic invertebrates, other amphibians |
| Breeding Season | Year-round |
| Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
| Clutch Size | Up to 300 eggs |
| Incubation Period | Few weeks |
| Metamorphosis Period | Around 3 months |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Endangered |
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Published on March 27th 2017 by staff under Newts. Article was last reviewed on 30th September 2019.
