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Tylototriton setup

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eric

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Hey all, i think i want to start some of the Tylototrin newts, and i have a couple questions about the set-up. I have a ten gallon i want to start with(just for a pair), and i want to set it up with about 4" of coco-fibre and soil, and lots of live plants like umbrella plants and java moss. I am also going to add a large water bowl with floating moss in it and maybe a fogger. What do you think? Any suggestions, plus pics of your set-ups would be great
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foster

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Hello Eric,
You did not mention which species that you are interested in however it sounds as if you are considering T. shanjing (judging from the terrestrial design). A 10 gal is on the small side but it should be OK for a pair of shanjing. If you plant it too heavily you may not often see the animals. I personally would not add a fogger - it is not necessary and could potentially put out too much heat in an enclosure of that size.
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eric

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So what are the heat requirments for T. shanjing? I know it's on the cool side right?
 
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If you are setting up a shanjing tank you should figure out where you can get some. Tylototriton are not always available. I hunted around before I found my shanjing. Most of the other tylototriton kept in the U.S. are more aquatic than shanjing.
 
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