Great crested newt (Triturus cristatus). Male in breeding colours.

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The crest along the spine and the silver flash in the tail show that this individual is a male in breeding condition. The yellow and black belly pattern is unique to each individual and has enabled long term population studies to be made.

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Size: 3684px × 2379px
Location: Canterbury, Kent, UK
Photo credit: © David Sewell / Alamy / Afripics
License: Licensed
Model Released: No

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