Art often imitates life. In Marvel Comics, Wolverine was named after a mammal known for its aggression. And while wolverines ...

There’s a new newt in town, and local amphibian experts are worried about what its presence could mean for Whatcom’s ecosystems. “The red-spotted newt is an adorable little critter, but everyone’s ...

Sometimes smooth, sometimes slippery, but always unique. Introducing one of the most interesting salamander relatives: newts. Newts are found in Europe, Asia, and North America. This lizard-frog ...

The Montseny brook newt, measuring just four inches long, is considered the rarest amphibian breed in Europe. As a part of conservation efforts, the species was bred at the Chester Zoo in England for ...

The latest additions to the San Antonio Zoo are squiggly and can fit in the palm of a hand. After the viewer’s eyes adjust to the shadows of the glass exhibit, the skittish amphibians appear behind ...

A “cute little newt” has found itself in the middle of a fight between a leading environmental organization and the Trump administration. The Center for Biological Diversity on Thursday announced its ...