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09-25-2008, 01:11 PM
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I really really really like your pond! I have some newts that need a happy home. Interested?
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What kind of newts...do you think they's be compatable with the fire bellies? |
09-25-2008, 01:42 PM
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No you should not mix them, since the requirements for those two are different. I got some Notophthalmus viridescens, but they require a winter rest.
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09-25-2008, 01:49 PM
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No you should not mix them, since the requirements for those two are different. I got some Notophthalmus viridescens, but they require a winter rest.
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we still be able to do business....I'm not crazy about the frogs but please explain how I give a newt a winter rest? |
09-25-2008, 03:04 PM
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we still be able to do business....I'm not crazy about the frogs but please explain how I give a newt a winter rest?
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Put it with your deciduous Dendrobuims! 
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09-25-2008, 05:18 PM
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Irphrog, Love your terrarium it looks very natural.
What did you use for the background is it tree fern slabs? If yes where did you get them? I have an Orchidarium and want to add something to the background cause it looks so sterile/generic......
It needs something to jazz it up maybe a more tropical look.
If you used tree fern slabs did you use silicone to adhere it to the back?
Thanks Sheridan
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09-25-2008, 07:43 PM
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Irphrog, Love your terrarium it looks very natural.
What did you use for the background is it tree fern slabs? If yes where did you get them? I have an Orchidarium and want to add something to the background cause it looks so sterile/generic......
It needs something to jazz it up maybe a more tropical look.
If you used tree fern slabs did you use silicone to adhere it to the back?
Thanks Sheridan
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Hi Sheridan, no, I didn't use tree fern slabs though now that I think about it, I probabely would've been happier with them 
I used coconut mats (like what would be used in a hermit crab tank) and yes, I siliconed them to the back glass...when it started to "wrinkle" that when I added the grape vine on top of the background to "disfuse" the look of the coconut....I'm glad you like the tank  Thank you |
09-26-2008, 11:58 AM
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Hi irphrog,
This species of newt just like to get some low temps for a month or two in the winter. THey are found in the north east, and naturally experience some strong winters. I would expose them to some temps that consistently stay around 50 F in some wet soil, leaves and water for about a month or so.
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09-26-2008, 03:10 PM
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That is beautiful Irphrog! Now I want another viviarium. We had one once when DH was raising poison dart frogs. Think of all the orchids I could make happy in my vivarium....it boggles my mind.  Carol
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Put it with your deciduous Dendrobuims! |
good answer!
and by the way... Great Vivarium! Love it!  |
09-26-2008, 04:25 PM
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That is beautiful Irphrog! Now I want another viviarium. We had one once when DH was raising poison dart frogs. Think of all the orchids I could make happy in my vivarium....it boggles my mind. Carol |
I know, I know!!! like I said there are 19 in there now and I know I can find more room!!!! Even if I have to squeeze it out of the rocks!!! |
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