About: Marbled newt

Marbled newts, or Triturus marmoratus, are typically found in mountainous regions of France. They have a dark colored body interspersed with green patterns, with females possessing a distinct orange stripe down the midline of its body. The newt is known mostly for its process of oviposition, wrapping its eggs in aquatic leaves as a form of protection and exemplifying parental investment. Larger female marbled newts are known to be more efficient at this process and are therefore considered more favorable mates in comparison to their smaller counterparts. In a similar fashion, males with larger crests on top of their heads are more favorable due to the indication that larger crests are indicative of a healthier male. Unfortunately, climate change and human impact are beginning to have a sig