Vincent'sFUNWILDFACTS

Alpine Newt vs Crocodile Newt

Two species side by side. The larger value in each row is highlighted.

Size

Alpine Newt

Alpine Newt

0.12 m

Human

1.75 m

Crocodile Newt

Crocodile Newt

0.2 m

Alpine NewtCrocodile Newt
Weight2–5 g20–45 g
Length7–12 cm14–20 cm
Lifespan10–20 yrs5–20 yrs
Incubation14 days30 days
Offspring100–400 20–100
DietInsectivoreCarnivore
Conservation StatusLeast ConcernVulnerable
Activity PatternNocturnalDiurnal
MigrationPartial MigrantSedentary
HabitatForest, Wetland, Mountain, Woodland, LakeForest, Mountain, Wetland, River
RegionsEuropeAsia
FamilySalamandridaeSalamandridae
OrderCaudataUrodela