New Kid on the Block

Hello. My name is Brandon and I am excited about being a part of caudata.org! I hope to learn so much as a member here, and hopefully be a benificial member for the everyone else.
I don't have much experience with salamanders and newts but the previous fall my girl friend Renee asked me to take care of a spotted salamander since she didn't have the equipment or time. I had a tank and other general aquarium pet supplies. I researched frantically to ensure his health and happiness. What a relief it was when I found this wonderfull site. He's been doing well ( I am assuming it is male ) and I just recently moved him from the temporary 15 gallon tank to the 30 gallon tank I was preparing. I have enough knowledge now to take care of him but there is so much exciting information and I'm thrilled to be a member.

Welcome to the forum, Brandon! We're excited to have you!

Glad to hear your spotted is doing well. If you want to sex it, it's especially easy this time of year, since even though they're not in nature, they still prepare for breeding biologically. In males, the cloaca (between the back legs) will swell up, while females will become quite round with eggs. If you can't decide, feel free to post pictures, and we'll see if we can help!