Newts are small, secretive amphibians that often go unnoticed, even when they live near people. You might wonder if they are common or rare. The answer isn’t simple. It depends on the species, where they live, and the conditions of their habitats. Some newts are quite common, while others are rare and vulnerable. Their rarity … Read more
Alpine newts are small, secretive amphibians that live in cooler parts of Europe. They are not as well-known as some other newt species, but they’re fascinating to watch if you know where to look. These newts need water and land to survive, and they move carefully between the two depending on the season. Alpine newts … Read more
Eastern newts are small, secretive amphibians that many people might not notice even when they’re right in front of them. They move slowly and stay hidden, blending into damp leaves and mossy logs. If you’re wandering through an eastern forest in North America, you might catch a glimpse of one and think it’s just a … Read more
When you think of desert wildlife, you probably picture animals built for hot, dry conditions, lizards, snakes, and desert mammals that know how to save water and survive heat. Amphibians, with their soft, moist skin and need for water to breed, might seem like the last animals you’d expect in a desert. So are newts … Read more
California is full of life. From the coast to the mountains, the forests to the valleys, animals move quietly, often unseen. One small creature you might miss is the California newt. These amphibians are interesting to watch, even if they are shy and don’t really want to interact with humans. California newts mostly live near … Read more
When you think about all the amazing animals in the water, from tiny plankton to giant whales, you might wonder if any creatures that usually live on land or in freshwater have ever moved into the salty ocean. Many animals live in both freshwater and saltwater, and some amphibians can handle brackish or coastal areas. … Read more
When you come across newts in ponds, streams, or other water areas, you might notice how at home they look. So are newts freshwater animals? Newts are freshwater animals. They live only in non-salty water like ponds, streams, lakes, and wetlands. They can’t survive in saltwater or brackish water because their skin and bodies are … Read more
When you come across a newt in your garden or near water, you might notice how calm and gentle it looks. So are newts friendly? Newts aren’t friendly the way dogs or cats are. They don’t seek out humans or try to form bonds with people. Still, they are usually calm and non-aggressive. They tolerate humans … Read more
When you spot a small amphibian in your garden pond or near a stream, it can be hard to tell what you’re looking at. Newts and frogs are both amphibians, and they often live in the same places and act in similar ways. This makes it easy to mix them up. No, newts are not … Read more
When you watch newts swimming smoothly through your pond or weaving through plants underwater, it’s easy to think they live only in water. So are newts fully aquatic? No, most newts aren’t fully aquatic. They’re great swimmers and spend lots of time in water, especially during breeding season. But most newts also live on land … Read more