Download Sharp Ribbed Newts

Sharp Ribbed Newts
Requirements
Sharp Ribbed Newts ca, being Europe's largest salamander and require relatively large aquariums, with a 36”x12”x15" tank being
adequate for a group of 3 to 4 adults. These newts can be maintained in a totally aquatic set-up, provided they have a few pieces
of floating bark (cork) to climb on to. A base substrate of smooth gravel or river sand is ideal with large pebbles and a dense array
of aquatic plants, rocks, wood and tubes to provide numerous hiding places.
The water should be de-chlorinated tap water or collected rain water with a depth between 20cm (8") - 25cm (10"). The water will
need to be filtered to avoid the build up of ammonia and bacteria. A water temperature of 10-22°C should be maintained and a
low wattage fluorescent tube or compact fluorescent bulb may be used as a light source.
Maintenance
Gravel should be syphoned and partial water changes should be carried out at regular intervals.
Feeding
Juvenile newts should be fed daily with a mixture of suitably sized items including amphibian pellets, bloodworm, tubifex, white
worm and daphnia. Adult newts should be fed every few days with a mixture of amphibian pellets, earthworms, maggots,
bloodworm and tubifex, and shrimp.