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European Smooth Newt
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European Smooth Newt

Place of Origin and Range The Smooth newt, also known as the common newt is a species of amphibian, the most common newt of the genus Lissotriton. It is found throughout Europe, except the far north, areas of Southern France and the Iberian Peninsula.
Description Outside the breeding season, male and female smooth newts are hard to distinguish – both sexes are of similar size, and a similar pale brown to yellow colouration. Their main visible differences are two – the male newt has a single black line running down the centre of the spine, the female has two parallel lines on either side of the centre. On closer inspection, the male's cloaca is very distended, whilst the female's is nearly invisible.
Adult Size Can grow up to 5 in (12.5 cm)
Accommodation A semi-aquatic, gently filtered aquarium with live plants, with or without large gravel will suffice.
Lifespan Can live up to 25 years
Feeding / Diet Newts eat worms, insects, wax worms, crickets, and some pelleted fish foods are accepted.
Other Considerations Injuries can happen when feeding newts in a colony. Feed separately when possible.
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