EDGE Blog (Zoological Society of London, UK) March 17th, 2010 11:24 AM: Popular newt struggles to survive

The little-known Luristan newt*(also called Kaiser’s spotted newt) is a highly attractive EDGE amphibian from Iran.* Its striking colouration is thought to provide a warning to potential predators of its toxicity.* Sadly, however, the remarkable appearance of the Luristan newt has also resulted in this species becoming highly prized in the pet trade, where collectors [...]
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