Mystery Surrounds Arrival of Newt Species in West Cork

by Joeby Ragpa - Jun. 18, 2024

The palmate newt—newt species from Europe — A male (left) and female Palmate Newt. Note the distinctive hair-like filament at the end of the male’s tail. Photo: NPWS

The palmate newt—a newt species native to Britain and other countries in western European countries, has been found living in the wild in West Cork.The rare newt species discovery was made by Rob Gandola, a reptile and amphibians expert and a member of the Herpetological Society of Ireland. Mr Gandola spotted the palmate newt during an evening search by torchlight.

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