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Written by Greatwtehunter
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Wednesday, 20 January 2010 15:26 |
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Ambystoma maculatum
Spotted salamander
HOUSING
Adults
Spotted salamanders have been known to reach lengths of almost 10 inches, although 5-8 inches seems to be their normal range. One can be housed perfectly in a 10 gallon tank or if you’d like more, a trio could be housed comfortably in a 20 gallon long tank. To meet the needs of their burrowing tendencies, your substrate should be at least 6-8 inches deep and loose in nature (coco-fiber or Bed-A-Beast are good examples of this). Even though your salamander will spend the majority of the time underground it isn’t a bad idea to provide at least one above ground hide. Temperatures should be kept between 50-70F.
Juveniles
Morphs should be housed in a simple setup consisting of a hide and moistened paper towels as the substrate for at least a month or two to monitor their feeding habits. After it is clear that they are feeding with no issues then they can be moved to a setup similar to the adults.
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Last Updated on Tuesday, 26 January 2010 19:48 |
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Written by Justin Bear
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Sunday, 01 November 2009 13:36 |
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Welcome to Salamandridae.com!
Here is a brief overview of what our community has to offer...
1. Salamandridae.com is built on first hand, applied knowledge. I believe that resource books are very valuable, but nothing compares to having the advice of someone who has, or is, currently keeping the species YOU are seeking information on.
2. Salamandridae.com will be a community where people are encouraged to share new husbandry strategies. ( ex. "If you plan to keep your newts in a tub on a shaded porch...", Please let us now how it went!)
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4. Salamandridae.com will deliver:
a. Various care sheets for species that either my administrators, moderators, contributors, or I am keeping or have kept.
b. We are working on a "live-chat" as well. This is an invaluable tool for instant knowledge and personal networking.
c. A fresh outlook on forum topics. I think there are a few topics that have not yet been given full attention...As well as the basics...
d. A consistently honest approach to advice. If we have not had direct experience with the species in question we will offer you a quote from a publication, or pass on direct word of mouth care as taken from someone that is keeping them, and is known to have had success. We believe in good advice!
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