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