A) A semi-aquatic terrarium B) A solely terrestrial vivarium C) A bird cage D) A solely aquatic tank
A) 80-90°F (27-32°C) B) 40-50°F (4-10°C) C) 60-70°F (15-21°C) D) Above 90°F (32°C)
A) Straight tap water B) Dechlorinated tap water or spring water C) Salt water D) Distilled water
A) Daily B) Never C) Partial water changes weekly, full clean monthly D) Only when it looks dirty
A) Lettuce B) Live insects (e.g., crickets, bloodworms) C) Sunflower seeds D) Dry cat food
A) Earthworms B) Pelleted food C) Bloodworms and Daphnia D) Large crickets
A) Every 2-3 days B) Once a week C) Whenever they beg D) Daily
A) Sand B) Coconut fiber or reptile-safe soil C) Newspaper D) Gravel
A) They are extremely durable B) They don't mind human contact C) Their skin is sensitive and can absorb toxins D) They enjoy being handled
A) To make the enclosure look nicer B) To provide a secure and comfortable resting place C) To allow for easier cleaning D) To prevent them from eating each other
A) Excessive shedding B) Vibrant coloration C) Loss of appetite D) Increased activity
A) Treat it with over-the-counter fish medication B) Consult a veterinarian experienced with amphibians C) Release it into the wild D) Wait and see if it gets better on its own
A) Bright, direct sunlight B) High-intensity heat lamps C) No lighting at all D) Low-intensity UVB lighting (if any) and a day/night cycle
A) The process of hibernation B) The process of shedding skin C) The process of changing color D) The process of transformation from larva to adult
A) A type of aquatic plant B) A measurement of newt size C) The terrestrial juvenile stage of some newt species D) A type of newt disease
A) Newts are most active at room temperature. B) Newts are more active in hotter temperatures. C) Temperature has no effect on activity. D) Newts are more active in cooler temperatures.
A) Adding plants and rocks for climbing and hiding B) Adding a mirror C) Adding brightly colored plastic toys D) Playing loud music
A) Females lay eggs at random times B) Males develop nuptial pads and crests C) Both genders become more aggressive D) They stop eating
A) Never changing the water B) Adding bleach to the water C) Using distilled water D) Regular water changes and a good filter
A) To prevent them from escaping B) To make them feel lonely C) To observe them for any signs of illness before introducing them to existing newts D) To make them easier to feed
A) Red Leg B) Mites C) Ticks D) Fleas
A) Leave it in the enclosure for them to eat later B) Remove it after a few hours to prevent water fouling C) Add more food D) Mix it into the substrate
A) 50+ years B) 5-10 years C) 10-20 years D) 1-2 years
A) The pet store will always provide accurate information B) Newt care is very simple and requires no research C) All newts have the exact same needs D) Different species have different requirements for temperature, humidity, and diet
A) Drowning the newt B) Burning the newt C) Consult a veterinarian for proper euthanasia methods. D) Freezing the newt
A) Java moss and Anacharis B) Cactus C) Poison Ivy D) Rose bushes
A) Smell test B) Visual assessment only C) A water testing kit D) Taste test
A) Daily B) Only when it stops working C) Never D) According to the filter manufacturer's instructions
A) How cheap the tank mates are B) Tank mate color C) The species' temperament and size; avoid fish that nip or eat newts D) Choosing brightly colored, flashy fish
A) A period of dormancy similar to hibernation B) A period of increased activity C) A breeding season D) A skin shedding process |