Ideal set-up for paddle tail newt tank

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Hi there, I've decided after some advice to separate my paddle tail from my fish. I'm going to put him in the smaller tank the fish used to be in. Whats the best way to set up the tank? I've heard some people saying that they should have a wee platform to come out of the water and some people saying as they are fully aquatic they don't really need it. What about filters do I need anything like that in a tank for him and how deep should I have the water and should I have some artificial plants? I have lots of large rocks to create hiding places. Help me please!! :D
 
They are 100% aquatic so you don´t need to waste any space on creating any land areas. You´ll need a minimum of 40l of water, a filter or at least a powerhead (they like strong currents), several hiding places and cool temps.
 
Yeaa all one needs is a 10 gallon tank and with hideing spots.Also they need really clean water since they come from river's and rivers are always flowing with new fresh water.Also adding a air pump will help with the oxygen.And they do well if the water has current but they don't need it.good luck
 
They DO need a current. As a species that inhabits torrents and streams they require a decent current with strong flow of water. With a strong current and provided that temps are low (preferably below 20ºC. You can even go as low as 4-5ºC) oxygen will not be a problem.
 
Thanks for your help, just one more question. Whats the best thing to use to create a good current? Since the water is going to be relatively shallow my filter wont work in the tank?
 
Why shallow? Use as much volume for water as you can, the more water the better for you and the newt! The larger the volume the easier to maintain and the more stable.
For the current you just need a powerhead. There are some that are quite small and sufficiently powerful.
 
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