Northern crested newt
A species of Crested and marbled newts, Also known as Warty newt Scientific name : Triturus cristatus Genus : Crested and marbled newts
Northern crested newt, A species of Crested and marbled newts
Also known as:
Warty newt
Scientific name: Triturus cristatus
Genus: Crested and marbled newts
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Description
The northern crested newt has a hearty appetite and loves to eat worms, slugs and bugs. A land newt, the northern crested newt chooses a home near an acceptable water source to maintain the moisture in its skin. It also heads for the water when it is time to mate. Native to Europe, it has a long lifespan of 16 to 25 years.
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Lifespan
10-15 years
Diet
Northern crested newt is primarily an insectivore, feasting on a variety of aquatic invertebrates. The adult species sustain on invertebrates like snails, worms, insect larvae, and crustaceans, while the larvae feed extensively on zooplankton.
Appearance
Northern crested newt is a relatively large species of newt. Its skin is smooth yet textured with vivid markings. This aquatic creature boasts a prominent, jagged dorsal crest, especially noticeable in males during breeding season. Adults generally exhibit a dark-brown to black body colouration with unique blue-white spots. Females and juveniles are smoother and lesser-crested, with a more subdued colour pattern.
Behavior
Northern crested newt is predominantly a nocturnal species with mating commencing after hibernation. Their courtship ritual is peculiar, involving a dance where the male deposits its spermatophore for the female to pick up. They exhibit territorial behavior, often defending their mating area. Northern crested newt is an aquatic species during breeding season but leads a terrestrial life otherwise.
Population
Decreasing
Scientific Classification
Phylum
Chordates Class
Amphibians Order
Salamanders Family
True salamanders Species
Northern crested newt 
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