Ezra Mushala

Have you ever seen a newt resting under a log, or gliding through a pond, and wondered if it was guarding that spot? Some animals are fiercely territorial, chasing away anything that comes too close. But what about newts, are they territorial? Newts aren’t strongly territorial, but they can act a little territorial in certain … Read more

If you’ve ever picked up a newt, you’ve probably noticed their skin feels different from most animals. It’s smooth, wet, and sometimes a little sticky. But why does it feel that way? Do newts really have sticky skin? Newts don’t have glue-like skin, but their skin is covered in a slimy mucus that can feel … Read more

Have you ever watched a newt slowly moving through a pond and wondered what it’s thinking? They look quiet and simple, but newts actually do some clever things. So, the big question is: are newts smart? Newts are not “smart” like mammals, but they have very effective survival skills and can learn from their environment. … Read more

Have you ever spotted a small, smooth newt slipping through a pond or hiding under leaves? You might have wondered: can I pick it up safely? Newts can be touched carefully, but it’s not always safe for them or for you. Their skin is delicate and covered in a protective layer of mucus. Oils, soap, … Read more

Have you ever walked by a quiet pond in the early morning and noticed a tiny splash? That could have been a newt sliding under the water. Makes you wonder: do newts like being alone, or do they hang out with others? Newts are mostly solitary, but it depends on the time of year and … Read more

You might see a newt quietly moving along the edge of a pond and wonder: do they like being around others, or are they happy alone? Newts are mostly solitary, but they do have moments of social interaction. They spend most of their time alone, exploring damp soil, ponds, or under rocks. Still, when it’s … Read more

Have you ever spotted a small, wiggly newt in a pond and wondered: are they like frogs? They look a little similar, both being amphibians, but are they really related? Newts and frogs are both amphibians, but they aren’t as closely related as you might think. They both belong to the class Amphibia, which means … Read more

Have you ever seen a tiny newt sliding across wet rocks or sitting quietly at the edge of a pond and wondered: does it always stay in water? Newts do come out of water, but not all the time. They spend part of their life in water and part on land. Since they are amphibians, … Read more

Have you ever walked by a pond or a damp forest floor and thought, “Where are all the newts?” You know they’re around, but actually seeing one feels like a lucky moment. The best time to spot newts is at dawn, dusk, or on humid and rainy days. That’s when they’re most active. Young ones … Read more