Japanese Fire Belly Newt
Japanese fire belly newt is a largely aquatic, medium sized newt, belonging to the family Salamandridae, endemic to Japan. The skin of the wild individuals contain toxins.
| Kingdom | Animalia |
| Phylum | Chordata |
| Class | Amphibia |
| Order | Caudata |
| Family | Salamandridae |
| Genus | Cynops |
| Scientific Name | Cynops pyrrhogaster |
| Size | 9–14 cm (3.5–5.5 in) |
| Color | Brown to black upper surface often with red spots; orange to crimson underside generally with dark pattern |
| Distribution | Japan |
| Habitat | Cool, clear waters of ponds, pools, ditches or lakes |
| Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
| Clutch Size | Up to 200 eggs |
| Incubation Period | Around 20 days |
| Metamorphosis Period | 3 to 5 months |
| Reproductive Age | Around 2 years of age |
| Average Lifespan | Believed to live up to 25 years in the wild and up to 30 years in captivity |
| IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
Japanese Fire Belly Newt Pictures Gallery
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Published on March 26th 2017 by staff under Newts. Article was last reviewed on 30th September 2019.
