Oil Based Clay with Newts

[shaun]

Do you think it would be ok to use an oil based clay such as plasticine in a newt enclosure? It's non-toxic and I've eaten a ton of the stuff with no adverse effects so I can't see any real problems - I'm just looking for a waterproof material to create interesting tank ornaments.

 

[william]

Sorry I don't know, but why did you eat the clay?

 

[josh]

ya know, ive been wondering the same thing. i wanted to experiment with backgrounds and stuff with non toxic clay. the stuff i was thinkin about isnt waterproof. its self hardening. i was figuring if it was shaped, allowed to harden, then put in a tank..... it would soak up water while retaining its shape and a good ammount of strength. i was thinking this would be a better medium for plants and mosses to grow on instead of what i have been doing. anyone have any opinion on this??