Breeding Albino Tiger Salamanders

tip: be careful on the moss you use. sphagnum moss can be harmful/toxic to salamanders. ive been told by quiet a few long time amphibian caregivers to be careful.
 
Thanks for this information, it seems the potential threat from sphagnum moss is mostly in its acidity I mixed it and do not expect that it did much to change the over all acidity. Since it also contains carcinogens I will cease to use it, however, I am doubtful on its impact on this particular species. Studies that showed it was harmful involved Plethodon cinereus. My Barred Tigers have been in a very acidic environment for the last eight years and I have not had any fatalities. In fact it was always my assumption that they did better in an acid environment since it is anti-fungal. Still I have not considered how PH might play a role in breeding readiness, so thanks for bringing this to my attention.
 
Good luck breeding! I like the markings... never seen one before.
 
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