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Rough-skinned Newt

Taricha granulosa

Description:

Despite their name, males have smooth skin during the breeding season (late December-July), when these otherwise terrestrial amphibians become aquatic. Second photo is a group of newts mating in a pond.



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Environaut Lex
Environaut Lex a month ago

truly awesome pic man!

California, USA

Lat: 39.70, Long: -123.64

Spotted on Apr 14, 2012
Submitted on Apr 20, 2012

Spotted for mission

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