Red-bellied Newt

Taricha rivularis

Safety note: Toxic — wash hands after contact

The Red-bellied Newt has a vivid tomato-red belly and very dark, nearly black back. It breeds in fast-moving streams in the coastal ranges of northern California. Its dark eyes distinguish it from other Taricha newts.

Habitat

Fast-moving streams in coastal forests of northern California

Diet

Earthworms, slugs, and invertebrates

How common

Uncommon

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