Leucistic Spanish Ribbed Newt (Pleurodeles waltl)
The Leucistic Spanish Ribbed Newt is a neat color version of one of the biggest newts out there. They have pale cream or pinkish colors and dark eyes. Plus, they’re tough, making them good pets that aren’t too tricky to look after.
Species Info
- Scientific Name: Pleurodeles waltl
- Size: They’re small when young, around 3–4 inches, but they can get up to 12 inches long.
- Food: They like worms, pellets, and other food with lots of protein.
- How Long They Live: As pets, they can live about 15 years.
- How Hard to Care For: They live in water and are good if you’re just starting with amphibians.
Cool Facts
- They have a pale color that makes them look special.
- They’re tough, live a while, and aren’t hard to take care of.
- You can find them in the wild in Spain, Portugal, and Morocco.
- They have a neat trick where they stick their ribs out to protect themselves.
- They’re great if you’re new to keeping amphibians or if you already know a lot.
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