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About Rough-skinned Newt
Semi-aquatic amphibian, spending most of its time near waterCarnivorous, eating a variety of small invertebrates, including insects, worms, and snailsKnown for its distinctive rough skin and ability to produce a toxic secretion when threatened
Size
10 - 20 cm
Weight
5 - 15 g
Lifespan
up to 10-15 years
Diet
Carnivorous, eating a variety of small invertebrates, including insects, worms, and snails
Conservation Status
Status
Least Concern
Population Trend
stable
Threats
- Habitat loss and fragmentation
- Pollution
- Climate change
Additional Notes
The Rough-skinned Newt is a widespread and relatively common species, but its population is declining in some parts of its range due to habitat loss and fragmentation, pollution, and climate change.
Distribution
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Pacific Northwest United States
North America • United States
British Columbia, Canada
North America • Canada
The Rough-skinned Newt is a widely distributed species, found in a variety of aquatic and terrestrial habitats, including ponds, lakes, and forests, in the Pacific Northwest region of North America.