This group of pages is concerned with the newts of the genera Triturus, Lissotriton, Ichthyosaura, and Ommatotriton. This includes most of the familiar newts of Europe.
General information
The species
Reproduction and development
Neoteny
Conservation issues
Newts in the UK
Captive care
Other pages of herpetological interest
Carotenoids and amphibian colouration
Amphibian distribution mapping
Miss E. A. Ormerod's experiences with crested newt venom
Other pages of general interest
OSGB and altitude from Google maps
Fuel economy calculator
Bicycle spoke length calculator
Swan marks
All original content by Caleb Leeke. Contact me via caudata.org.