Chinese Fire Belly Newt
Chinese fire belly newt is a small newt found in eastern central China. The newt has the ability to secrete toxins through its skin. Females are larger than males.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Amphibia |
| Order | Caudata |
| Family | Salamandridae |
| Genus | Cynops |
| Scientific Name | Cynops orientalis |
| Other Names | Dwarf fire-bellied newt, oriental fire-bellied newt |
| Size | 5.6–10.2 cm (2.2–4.0 in) |
| Color | Black upper surface with bright orange or red belly |
| Distribution | Eastern central China |
| Habitat | Still and cool waters with abundant vegetation |
| Breeding Season | Spring |
| Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
| Clutch Size | 50 to 250 eggs |
| Incubation Period | 13 to 24 days |
| Average Lifespan | 12 to 20 years in captivity |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
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Published on March 25th 2017 by staff under Newts. Article was last reviewed on 30th September 2019.
