Amphibians

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bulletHousing
bulletConfine when not supervised
bulletProvide a hiding spot
bulletClimbing branches
bulletSoaking area
bulletClimate control

Amphibians are tied to the water both for reproduction, and because their skin does not retain water well.
 

bulletTemperature
bulletPreferred Optimum Temperature Zone (POTZ)
bulletMost amphibians prefer the 70’s
 

bulletLighting
bulletVisible light
bulletUVA and UVB light
bulletDay length 12 hours

bulletNutrition
bulletInsectivore
bulletCommercial insects
bulletCa supplement
bulletCarnivore
bulletWhole prey
 

bulletWater
bulletOpen
bulletSpray/mist
bulletHumidity must be 70-90% for most
 

bulletHealth Care
bulletParasite control
bulletHealth screening
bulletReproductive health
bulletRecord keeping
 

 

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