Great Crested Newt
Latin name: Triturus cristatus
A large newt with black skin, the skin lightens and a crest is displayed by the male in breeding season. Great Crested Newts are a protected species and are only found in a few locations but there are known to be several populations known and protected in the UK, and there are probably quite a few more unnoticed so keep an eye out.
Created: 14 June 2018 Edited: 15 August 2018
Brett Gregory is an award-winning filmmaker based in Bolton whose production company, Serious Feather, is currently making a documentary about autism and poetry.
As a part of this production, Landscape Britain was asked to advise with regards to the location of specific areas of outstanding natural beauty throughout the region.
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