Eastern Newt
Notophthalmus viridescens
The eastern newt is common in eastern North America. It frequents small lakes, ponds, and streams or nearby wet forests. The eastern newt produces tetrodotoxin, which makes them unpalatable to predatory fish and crayfish. It has a lifespan of 12 to 15 years in the wild, and it may grow to 5 in.
Baby Season
Spring (February-April)
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Community Sightings
Recent observations from the iNaturalist community
Apr 18, 2026
Thompson, OH 44086, USA
byCaleb Wright
Research Grade
· 2 IDs
Apr 18, 2026
Thompson, OH 44086, USA
byCaleb Wright
Research Grade
· 2 IDs
Apr 18, 2026
Thompson, OH 44086, USA
byCaleb Wright
Research Grade
· 1 ID
Apr 18, 2026
JHGG+F6 Capital District Wildlife Management Area, Cherry Plain, NY, USA
byJohn Kinney
Research Grade
· 1 ID