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I wonder if anyone could tell me what species is in this photograph. The newt doesn't belong to me, but he belongs to a friend.

Thank you in advance for your help.

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That´s an Ommatotriton for sure. I´m doubting wether it is o_Ophryticus or O.vittatus because the colours are confusing.

Edit: I´m pretty sure it is o_Ophryticus.
 
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I agree, it's a banded newt (Ommatotriton). Did your friend just buy it recently? This is a difficult species to keep alive.
 
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Unfortunately I am not sure of any of the details, but I do think it is a recent purchase by a friend of someone I know. He asked me on his friend's behalf because he and I share a common passion for reptiles and amphibians and he thought I would know the right people to ask.

Any care information you could pass along would be greatly appreciated, as I think unfortunately the newt was purchased before researching basic husbandry. Thanks so much for your help and advice!
 
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