Striped Newt

Notophthalmus perstriatus

The Striped Newt is a small, colorful newt endemic to the longleaf pine ecosystem of Florida and Georgia. The red stripe on its back is diagnostic. Populations have declined dramatically and it is a species of special concern.

Habitat

Seasonal ponds in longleaf pine flatwoods and sandhills

Diet

Aquatic invertebrates and small vertebrates

How common

Rare

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