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