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Smooth Newts (Lissotriton vulgaris)

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samlims

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i want to keep Lissotriton vulgaris in captivity, u dont here much about this species in forums and i was wondering if it is possible. i know that they hibernate though our cold british winters so would i have to simulate hibernation etc, anyone?
 
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ester

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It is certainly possible, you'll have to check the regulations. I know in mainland Europe there are rules against collecting amphibians from the wild.
Check out Mesotriton alpestris and the other subspecies of Lissotriton on this page:
http://www.caudata.org/cc/species/Salamandridae.shtml

For Lissotriton vulgaris I would suggest a semi-aquatic setup. In the wild they tend to leave the breeding pools after late spring/summer.

If you want to breed them, a cold period will certainly help. However you don't have to go down to freezing temperatures. Somewhere between 5 and 10 C is fine.
 
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