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Are land cleaning crews (springtails and isopods) necessary in newt enclosures??

RyooLovesNewties

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So a week ago i started setting up a natural paludarium for my T. shanjing
I already finished hardscaping and planting, i already have a culture of springtails and isopods, i don't really know if i should put it in so i asked this question! Thank you!
 
Hi,
I wouldn't say springtails and isopods are necessary in a newt enclosure (terrestrial part), but they are really useful.
They get rid of dead plants parts and animals'food leftovers (and even poo if they are numerous enough).
Moreover, they are a live food stock available even if you cannot bring food every day.
 
Hi,
I wouldn't say springtails and isopods are necessary in a newt enclosure (terrestrial part), but they are really useful.
They get rid of dead plants parts and animals'food leftovers (and even poo if they are numerous enough).
Moreover, they are a live food stock available even if you cannot bring food every day.
I see...
I added springtails today, I also wanted to add dairy cow isopods. Should i add them or just stick with the springtails?
 
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