Texas black striped newt
A species of Eastern newts, Also known as Black-spotted newt Scientific name : Notophthalmus meridionalis Genus : Eastern newts
Texas black striped newt, A species of Eastern newts
Also known as:
Black-spotted newt
Scientific name: Notophthalmus meridionalis
Genus: Eastern newts
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Description General Info
Description
The black-spotted newt or Texas newt, Notophthalmus meridionalis, is a species of aquatic newt native to northeastern Mexico and southern Texas in the United States.
General Info
Lifespan
6-12 years
Diet
Texas black striped newt's diet primarily consists of small invertebrates, notably insects. It also exhibits a preference for various species of gastropods and arachnids, reflecting its carnivorous adaptation.
Appearance
Texas black striped newt is a small newt featuring a streamlined body, covered with smooth, semi-permeable skin. This species manifests a vibrant, grass-green dorsal coloration, interspersed with scattered black speckles, while the ventral portion is orange-yellow. This species lacks significant differences in appearance by age, gender, or subspecies.
Behavior
Texas black striped newt is fundamentally an aquatic animal, adept at foraging in aquatic environments for invertebrates. After breeding, females lay jelly-like egg masses in water bodies. This species is primarily solitary outside of the breeding season. They protect their territories fiercely, attacking intruders with their well-developed jaws. Their nocturnal behaviour assists in evading predators and balancing their temperature needs.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Salamanders Family
True salamanders Genus
Eastern newts Species
Texas black striped newt 
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