Wounded karelinii

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It seems I am having all sorts of troubles today. I figured I would create another thread since this is an entirely different problem.

My smallest karelinii has been spending alot of time on land, and today I noticed that she has a chunk taken out of her tail. It probably happened yesterday at feeding time. I am planning on putting her in my spare 5.5 aquarium because I think she is being attacked and overall stressed by the other newts because she is so small. Does this sound like a good idea or should I do more?
 
well, I am not sure if what I did was the right thing, but since I separated her from her peers she has eaten like a pig and spends alot more time in the water. I am hoping her tail will heal in time. If anyone reads this and thinks I should do something more, let me know.
 
It sounds like this particular individual was not able to compete for food and likely suffered a good bit of oppression. Seperation is essential for the duration. Good job on establishing a seperate set-up.
I would watch for any signs of infection but you will likely be fine.
 
I think separation is sufficient. I've seen karelinii with all sorts of nasty chunks removed from their tails, and all of them healed on their own without complication. They are super-aggressive feeders, and will chomp down on anything that moves. If you feed her daily, she will probably catch up in size pretty soon.
 
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