Red Bellied Newt
Red bellied newt is a newt native to California, United States. The newt is terrestrial for most part of its life.
Kingdom | Animalia |
Phylum | Chordata |
Class | Lissamphibia |
Order | Caudata/Urodela |
Family | Salamandridae |
Genus | Taricha |
Scientific Name | Taricha rivularis |
Size | 2.75 to 3.5 in (7 to 8.9 cm) |
Color | Brownish-black upper surface with tomato-red underbelly |
Distribution | Northern California (United States) |
Habitat | Coastal woodlands, particularly in redwood forests |
Diet | Variety of invertebrates |
Predators | Birds, snakes |
Breeding Season | Late February through May |
Mode of Reproduction | Oviparous (egg laying) |
Clutch Size | 6 to 16 eggs |
Incubation Period | 16 to 34 days in captivity |
Metamorphosis Period | Around 4 months |
Reproductive Age | 6 to 10 years of age |
Average Lifespan | Up to 15 years |
IUCN Conservation Status | Least Concern |
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Published on March 22nd 2017 by staff under Newts. Article was last reviewed on 30th September 2019.