The Red Eft is just a teenage newtbag, baby. At this stage of life, they strut around in a vivid orange outfit, complete with up to black-outlined red polka dots. Their bold look makes them popular aquarium pets, but it isn't just for show. In the wild, it's a not-so-subtle "eat me if you dare" warning to predators. Apparently, tetrodotoxins don't make for a pleasant dining experience.

For the first few years, these terrestrial teens explore the wild world of soil and leaves. However, when the land-lubber life loses its charm, they don't just move out - they dive in. Swapping solid ground for liquid real estate, they slide into the nearest pond and transform into their aquatic adult form, living for another thirteen years as an Eastern Newt.