An Awesome Amphibian

A California Newt.

Newts are small lizard-like creatures that live in parts of North America, Europe, North Africa, and Asia. Newts are closely related to Salamanders, who although appear to be similar, have many different traits. Newts are mostly aquatic amphibians while Salamanders are either aquatic, semi-aquatic, or terrestrial. Although they live partially in the water, Newts have dry skin. Possibly the most fascinating thing about Newts is they have the ability to replace lost limbs. Some Newts can even replace body parts 18 different times! Overall, the Newt is a neat creature and one awesome amphibian.

2 thoughts on “An Awesome Amphibian

  1. Houston, This is certainly an interesting little fella. Wouldn’t it be wonderful if we humans could grow or replace limbs or other body parts?
    Sorry I didn’t get to speak with you today when I called. Gabe & Zeke said you were doing school work.
    Love ❤️ you, Gramsey

  2. What a cute creature and a nice paragraph:
    The only thing I would suggest is replacing one of your “althoughs.” Maybe just take out the first one, saying, ” … Salamanders, who appear to be similar, but have many different traits.”
    Way to go, smarty britches!

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