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CoolPhrog 09-25-2008 12:11 PM
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Originally Posted by Tindomul (Post 150880)
I really really really like your pond! I have some newts that need a happy home. Interested?
What kind of newts...do you think they's be compatable with the fire bellies?

Tindomul 09-25-2008 12:42 PM
No you should not mix them, since the requirements for those two are different. I got some Notophthalmus viridescens, but they require a winter rest.

CoolPhrog 09-25-2008 12:49 PM
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Originally Posted by Tindomul (Post 150907)
No you should not mix them, since the requirements for those two are different. I got some Notophthalmus viridescens, but they require a winter rest.
we still be able to do business....I'm not crazy about the frogs but please explain how I give a newt a winter rest?

Royal 09-25-2008 02:04 PM
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Originally Posted by irphrog (Post 150909)
we still be able to do business....I'm not crazy about the frogs but please explain how I give a newt a winter rest?
Put it with your deciduous Dendrobuims! :rofl:

Ranchnanny 09-25-2008 04:18 PM
Irphrog, Love your terrarium it looks very natural.

What did you use for the background is it tree fern slabs? If yes where did you get them? I have an Orchidarium and want to add something to the background cause it looks so sterile/generic......
It needs something to jazz it up maybe a more tropical look.

If you used tree fern slabs did you use silicone to adhere it to the back?

Thanks Sheridan

CoolPhrog 09-25-2008 06:43 PM
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Originally Posted by Ranchnanny (Post 150971)
Irphrog, Love your terrarium it looks very natural.

What did you use for the background is it tree fern slabs? If yes where did you get them? I have an Orchidarium and want to add something to the background cause it looks so sterile/generic......
It needs something to jazz it up maybe a more tropical look.

If you used tree fern slabs did you use silicone to adhere it to the back?

Thanks Sheridan
Hi Sheridan, no, I didn't use tree fern slabs though now that I think about it, I probabely would've been happier with them :scratchhead:

I used coconut mats (like what would be used in a hermit crab tank) and yes, I siliconed them to the back glass...when it started to "wrinkle" that when I added the grape vine on top of the background to "disfuse" the look of the coconut....I'm glad you like the tank :blushing: Thank you

Tindomul 09-26-2008 10:58 AM
Hi irphrog,

This species of newt just like to get some low temps for a month or two in the winter. THey are found in the north east, and naturally experience some strong winters. I would expose them to some temps that consistently stay around 50 F in some wet soil, leaves and water for about a month or so.

quiltingwacko 09-26-2008 02:10 PM
That is beautiful Irphrog! Now I want another viviarium. We had one once when DH was raising poison dart frogs. Think of all the orchids I could make happy in my vivarium....it boggles my mind.:nod: Carol

kavanaru 09-26-2008 02:15 PM
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Originally Posted by RoyalOrchids (Post 150925)
Put it with your deciduous Dendrobuims! :rofl:
:rofl: good answer! :rofl:
:bowing


and by the way... Great Vivarium! Love it! :D

CoolPhrog 09-26-2008 03:25 PM
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Originally Posted by quiltingwacko (Post 151263)
That is beautiful Irphrog! Now I want another viviarium. We had one once when DH was raising poison dart frogs. Think of all the orchids I could make happy in my vivarium....it boggles my mind.:nod: Carol
I know, I know!!! like I said there are 19 in there now and I know I can find more room!!!! Even if I have to squeeze it out of the rocks!!!


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