12 identification please ask for help. Chelmsford 361475. DAVID SCOTT Court Hill, Church Lane, Little Leighs, Chelmsford, Essex, CM3 1PG. Rough Guide to Identification - if in doubt please consult a text book or contact me. Newts Males (drawn half size and in breeding condition) Crested (Warty) Newt, Triturus cristatus Dark in colour, bright yellow/orange belly, white tail stripe, large jagged crest with break between back and tail. Females No crest or tail stripe.