While checking out a new creek trout fishing I found this California newt crossing the trail. Thought you guys might wanna see him
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/California_newt
Looks closely related to the western newt. It is hard to tell but it looks to be considerably larger than the western.
That's a big one!
Didja eat it or use it for bait? ;D Dominick
That things humongous
Quote from: Dominick on April 04, 2026, 09:55:04 PMDidja eat it or use it for bait? ;D Dominick
Neither! Released to go about finding love ❤️
The creeks in the San Gabriel mountains are loaded with these. These newts will excrete toxins when stressed. They are safe for us to handle but if you have a dog with you, do not allow the dog to get mouthy with it.
Cool find and CPR.