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How to Raise Salamanders
Contributed by: Boyd
  • 1. What is the ideal substrate for most terrestrial salamanders?
A) Sand
B) Gravel
C) Coco fiber or peat moss
D) Newspaper
  • 2. What is the ideal temperature range for most salamanders?
A) 60-70°F
B) 40-50°F
C) 80-90°F
D) 90-100°F
  • 3. What type of water is best for aquatic salamanders?
A) Dechlorinated tap water
B) Distilled water
C) Chlorinated tap water
D) Salt water
  • 4. What do most adult salamanders primarily eat?
A) Algae
B) Fish flakes
C) Insects
D) Seeds
  • 5. Why should you avoid handling salamanders unnecessarily?
A) They have sensitive skin
B) They are poisonous to the touch
C) They are highly aggressive
D) They will bite
  • 6. What is metamorphosis in salamanders?
A) Hibernation period
B) Shedding of skin
C) Laying eggs
D) The process of changing from a larval to adult form
  • 7. How often should a salamander enclosure be cleaned?
A) Daily
B) Weekly or as needed
C) Never
D) Monthly
  • 8. What is a common sign of stress in salamanders?
A) Brightened coloration
B) Increased activity
C) Loss of appetite
D) Vocalization
  • 9. What is the best way to provide humidity for a terrestrial salamander?
A) Drying out the substrate
B) Using a fan
C) Misting the enclosure
D) Adding a heat lamp
  • 10. What should you do if you notice a salamander has a skin infection?
A) Increase the temperature
B) Consult a veterinarian
C) Ignore it
D) Apply over-the-counter antibiotic cream
  • 11. Why is it important to research a specific species of salamander before acquiring one?
A) Their care requirements vary greatly
B) All salamanders require the same care
C) They all eat the same food
D) They are all easy to care for
  • 12. What type of lighting is generally recommended for salamander enclosures?
A) Bright UVB lighting
B) Low-level ambient lighting
C) No lighting at all
D) High-intensity heat lamps
  • 13. What is a good source of calcium for salamanders?
A) Sand
B) Gravel
C) Tap water
D) Gut-loaded insects
  • 14. Which of these is NOT a suitable food for most salamanders?
A) Fruit flies
B) Vegetables
C) Crickets
D) Earthworms
  • 15. Why is quarantine important for new salamanders?
A) To change their coloration
B) To help them adjust to their new environment faster
C) To prevent the spread of disease
D) To force them to eat
  • 16. What does 'bioactive' mean in the context of a salamander enclosure?
A) It contains live plants and microfauna
B) It is made of plastic
C) It glows in the dark
D) It requires no maintenance
  • 17. What is a common cause of impaction in salamanders?
A) Ingesting substrate
B) Too much light
C) Overeating
D) Lack of humidity
  • 18. What is a key difference between terrestrial and aquatic salamanders?
A) Coloration
B) Size
C) Habitat
D) Diet
  • 19. What is a neotenic salamander?
A) A salamander that can change its color
B) A salamander that lives only in water
C) A salamander with no legs
D) A salamander that retains larval features into adulthood
  • 20. What is the best way to feed a salamander?
A) Leaving food in the enclosure
B) Offer food with tongs or in a dish
C) Hand-feeding
D) Force-feeding
  • 21. What is the purpose of adding leaf litter to a terrestrial salamander enclosure?
A) Provides hiding places and humidity
B) Adds color to the enclosure
C) Helps regulate the temperature
D) Acts as a food source
  • 22. What is a common breeding trigger for many salamanders?
A) Changes in temperature or rainfall
B) Constant bright light
C) Lack of food
D) Loud noises
  • 23. Why is it important to know the origin of your salamander?
A) To name it properly
B) To determine its market value
C) To understand its natural habitat and needs
D) It's not important
  • 24. What is the purpose of a water feature in a salamander enclosure?
A) Reduces the need for cleaning
B) Provides a source of humidity and drinking water
C) Acts as a swimming pool
D) Increases the temperature
  • 25. What is the biggest danger to salamanders in the wild?
A) Lack of rain
B) Plenty of food
C) Overpopulation
D) Habitat loss
  • 26. What is the purpose of a water change in an aquatic salamander tank?
A) To dilute the water
B) To increase the temperature
C) To add nutrients
D) To remove waste and maintain water quality
  • 27. Which of these is a good hiding spot for salamanders?
A) Cork bark
B) A bright lamp
C) A mirror
D) A clear glass bowl
  • 28. How can you tell if a salamander is healthy?
A) Lethargic and uninterested in food
B) Active and alert with a good appetite
C) Hiding constantly
D) Pale and thin
  • 29. Why is it essential to wash your hands before handling salamanders?
A) To prevent transmission of harmful oils and bacteria
B) To make them feel more comfortable
C) It is not important
D) To keep them cool
  • 30. Which of these is not a factor to consider when setting up a salamander enclosure?
A) The price of the enclosure decorations
B) Temperature
C) Humidity
D) Substrate
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