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Salamanders and Newts

Popular as pets, salamanders and newts are amphibians that resemble lizards, but are actually very different. There are over 500 species of salamanders. Ask questions about their diet, habitat and behavior here.

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How do newts reproduce?

Newts reproduce through internal fertilization, where a male transfers sperm to a female through a specialized structure. The female lays eggs, which are externally fertilized by the male's sperm. The eggs hatch into aquatic larvae, which undergo metamorphosis to become terrestrial adult newts.

What is another name for a newt?

its an aquatic salamander (salamander that lives in water)

What is the hypothesis of a aquatic salamander and a land salamander?

I believe that the hypothesis has something to do with the evolution to the varying ecosystems .in which salamanders live. the aquatic salamander evolved most likely to benefit in its area. A great area that may be referred to for this is Darwin's theory, of natural selection

Genus of salamander with an eel like body and no back legs?

The genus of salamander that fits this description is Siren. Sirens have long, eel-like bodies, no back legs, and are commonly found in aquatic environments in North America. They have gills for breathing underwater and are often mistaken for eels due to their appearance.

What is the scientific name for newt?

  • Taricha granulosa
  • Rough-skinned Newt
  • Taricha torosa
  • California Newt
  • Taricha torosa sierrae
  • Sierra Newt
  • Taricha torosa torosa
  • Coast Range Newt
  • There is only one question what is the scientific name for just a newt.
  • No one knows. Well maybe you do so improve this answer.

Who is salamander drake?

Salamander Drake is a creature card from the Magic: The Gathering trading card game that was first introduced in the Mirage expansion. It is a red creature that has the ability to regenerate, making it resilient in combat.

What does kerosene mean in Fahrenheit 451?

In Fahrenheit 451, kerosene is a flammable liquid used by firefighters to start fires instead of putting them out. The government in the novel has turned books into forbidden items, so firemen are tasked with burning all books they find.

What do fire salamanders eat?

The diet of the fire salamander consists of various insects, spiders, earthworms and slugs, but they also occasionally eat newts and young frogs. In captivity, they eat crickets, mealworms, wax-worms and silkworm larvae.

Are axolotls a sub-species?

The axolotl is a fascinating salamander that stays in its 'baby' form for life! Its unique biology has earned it the title of 'paedomorphic' species. You could say it's a species AND a subspecies, in a way. But the real magic lies in its ability to regenerate lost body parts, including limbs, tail, and even parts of its brain and spinal cord - making it a true marvel of nature! For more information on this creature or other animals you can use as anecdotes or conversation starters, please check out my videos on YouTube (@WiskiWaski). :)

How do newts communicate?

all animals have a way of communicating with other animals of the same species.

Do salamanders need heat?

Salamanders are Poikilothermic. This means that their body temperature is determined by their environment.

Does salamanders live in temperate forests?

Salamanders live in damp forests under damp logs. If you want one try to look for one in any forest (that is damp) after it rains.

Why is a salamander classified as an amphibian and not a reptile?

Because amphibians largely dwell in aquatic habitats and have highly permeable skin, requiring them to remain near a water source so that they don't dehydrate. Their habits make them amphibious, because while they live in the aquatic habitat, they can come onto land for short periods. They are not reptiles, but are classified as herptiles however, and so they fit within the study of herpetology.

Do Bengal tiger eat salamanders?

Salamanders are actually too small to interest a Bengal tiger. They prefer to eat larger animals than that.

What do smooth newts eat?

i give chopped up dried tubleflex worms he loves them they come in little squares i just brreak them up and give them to him

How long does a great crested newt live for?

in my opinion newts live up to 65 years, the average live of fire belly newts is from 30 to 60 years:]

How do you feed newts?

Experiment. Newts are cold-blooded animals, and they do not need to eat as often as we do. Offer the newt food at times, and if it is hungry it will take it, and you will have an idea of how often it needs to eat.