Hi there,
I've been signed up here for a while, intending to use the forum more actively but just not being able to find the time. Anyway, I'm happy to be here!
I'm currently working in Taiwan, but grew up in Scotland. I've had an interest in amphibians since childhood, and find Taiwan a fine place to go looking for them. There are currently five species of salamander recognized in Taiwan, all endemic members of Hynobius living high in the mountains. Until last year I was content to spot these in the field, as well as sundry other frogs and toads and other herps, but a little over five months ago I picked up a couple of paddletail newts at a local plant market. I'll detail the circumstances and post some pics in the relevant section when I find time. Anyway, temperatures are rising as summer approaches here, and I'm experimenting with ways to cool the tank, etc. So far they seem happy.
Apart from amphibians, my other main interest is growing carnivorous plants, another childhood fascination that I find myself with the time and money to indulge!
I've been signed up here for a while, intending to use the forum more actively but just not being able to find the time. Anyway, I'm happy to be here!
I'm currently working in Taiwan, but grew up in Scotland. I've had an interest in amphibians since childhood, and find Taiwan a fine place to go looking for them. There are currently five species of salamander recognized in Taiwan, all endemic members of Hynobius living high in the mountains. Until last year I was content to spot these in the field, as well as sundry other frogs and toads and other herps, but a little over five months ago I picked up a couple of paddletail newts at a local plant market. I'll detail the circumstances and post some pics in the relevant section when I find time. Anyway, temperatures are rising as summer approaches here, and I'm experimenting with ways to cool the tank, etc. So far they seem happy.
Apart from amphibians, my other main interest is growing carnivorous plants, another childhood fascination that I find myself with the time and money to indulge!
I am looking forward to reading more .