Eastern (Red-spotted) Newt

Notophthalmus viridescens

First view, Snake Road, Union County, Illinois, 25 April 2015.

Another view, red eft, “Central Newt” subspecies, Strawberry Lake, Marquette County, Michigan, 14 April 2012. Here is another shot of this newt, held by Jack.

Another view, transitioning to adult stage, Strawberry Lake, Marquette County, Michigan, 14 April 2012. Here is another shot of this newt, showing its underside. And here is another shot of this newt, emphasizing its dark color (distinguishing it from the pure eft stage).

Another view, Snake Road, Shawnee National Forest, Union County, Illinois, 4 May 2014; held by Jack, to give you a sense of its small size.

Another view, Snake Road, Shawnee National Forest, Union County, Illinois, 11 August 2014; held by Jack.