New tank ideal

[jake]

i was wondering what if any newts would be at home in a totally swampy type enviorment. like a tank with moss built up to be like islands inside. are there any ? also do u think that moss u buy at a store like dried stuff will mold if it is totally submerged. i noticed this cool look when i was washing a new bag in an old bucket. well thanks for all thanks Jake

 

[nate]

Some salamanders could do well in such a setup (Sirens, dwarf sirens, penninsula newts, perhaps Hemidactylium) but for most I would think it would be too acidic. The moss will also mold if submerged like that.

 

[jennifer]

An alternative would be java moss. It's an aquatic plant that grows in thick mossy tangles. It will also grow up onto moist surfaces. Great stuff.