JoshBA
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One of my 4 tiger salamanders has been showing signs of being ill: it has been acting lethargic and moves around more slowly, and hasn't been showing much interest in eating any food (although it takes notice/watches its prey). In addition to this, I've noticed when I touch his body, it presses in more like a balloon, rather than a plump salamander. It's also more round in appearance and limp. From this I originally suspected bloat, but the salamander is yet to grow any larger.
The first thing I thought it may be was the slight increase in temperature we've had over the last few days. The tank did rise to 23C/75F to which I responded with measures to cool it (frozen water bottles, etc.). The salamander has since been put in quarantine for safety reasons.
Any suggestions on what might be causing these symptoms? I am certain it cannot be caused by a fungal infection as there is not apparent symptoms on the skin.
The first thing I thought it may be was the slight increase in temperature we've had over the last few days. The tank did rise to 23C/75F to which I responded with measures to cool it (frozen water bottles, etc.). The salamander has since been put in quarantine for safety reasons.
Any suggestions on what might be causing these symptoms? I am certain it cannot be caused by a fungal infection as there is not apparent symptoms on the skin.