The Eastern Newt has a juvenile phase where these small amphibians are land dwelling and a striking shade of orange.
These creatures are tiny–I am always afraid I’m going to step on them as they cross the mossy forest trail. As the summer wanes I see more and more of these on the move. They travel long distances using magnetic orientation. After 2 or 3 years on land they’ll find a permanent pond and become green aquatic newts.
Their gold rimmed eyes and delicate spots are such fun to draw and paint.
A Red Eft, painted in gouache, is the star of my 2014 Cottage Card.
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