Hydras and larvae

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Hello, I know this may have been asked before but has anybody figured out how to effectively get rid of hydras without killing anything else? I have some in my main newt tanks but since I have eggs now I'm worried about them getting into my egg/larvae tubs and harming or competing with larvae for food. Even if anyone has dealt with a similar situation please feel free to share you thoughts.
 
I believe certain species of larval salamanders can actually eat hydra? So the problem may take care of itself.
 
Looking forward to hearing if anyone has a solution for this. I read about some fish that eat hydra, however, that's not really an option when trying to rear newt larvae.
 
Maybe the snails mentioned are an option.. if you can find em.
 
I'm also having the same problem in my Axolotls tank. I'm going to try the heating method. I read up about this on another website.

I just need to get a good sized aquarium heater
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