Tiger Salamander Care & Setup

[@meganschmidt6366]

First of all: you are adorable Secondly: ponyo is adorable

[@reptiliangarden]

Megan Schmidt 😘😘😘😘😘

[@mattiekrogman939]

amen

[@AceTheAro7]

i can drink to that

[@AceTheAro7]

jk im 12

[@Swirlyphim]

Megan ugly as hell loool

[@JessicasAnimalFriends]

Ahhh Ponyo is so yellow and beautiful. Neville is more golden brown hehe

[@reptiliangarden]

Jessicas Animal Friends I love your little guys face so much. 😩😭😍

[@AIMEECLEOPATRA]

i LOVE that he's named Ponyo because he literally looks just like her!! so cute!!

[@reptiliangarden]

AIMEECLEOPATRA Thank you so much!!!! 💕💕💕

[@jpslizards]

I have always been interested in getting a Tiger Salamander so it's great to see this video! :D

[@sw33ts0ur4]

Me: *Sees tiger salamdander* Me: *breaths in* Me: DAAAAAAAD I WANT ONE

[@Vaedh]

are you a turtle?

[@Vaedh]

cuz ya know ask me anything ?

[@lindamoore192]

Get 1.....theyre awesome

[@gagiibaaji2774]

I want...

[@HummingLantern27]

He's active due to heat stress. They don't like it above 24°C (they die at 26°C) and your hands are heating him up above that. That's the main reason why I don't recommend handling them.

[@reptiliangarden]

wildwestherp s You’re completely right! Thank you so much for sharing that. I wasn’t being as observant because I was distracted making the video. I appreciate you helping out so much. 💕

[@frankie53250]

What? Lol

[@frankie53250]

They die at 26 Celsius ? That’s 78 degrees Fahrenheit that is not true at all. They live in all kinds of climates especially in arizona where it reaches well above 100 degrees

[@MrDdeded]

@@frankie53250yeah but they are underground where the temperatures are lower until it rains

[@diskoeric2248]

@@MrDdeded forgive the idiots. they forget that nocturnal animals aren't basking on rocks in mid july

[@rattler9141]

literally had this thing crawled up on our front porch!! scared the sh*t out of me. didn't know what it was so I KZbin it and found your video lol

[@dantee323]

I got two water dogs and now they’re turning into tiger salamanders. I had no idea this would happen! So now I’m rushing to get everything ready cause I apparently only have a few days! Thanks for the great video!

[@sunriseshell]

What did they end up being larvae for? Many slamanders have this larval stage, not just Tigers.

[@pcorf]

Ponyo is a barred tiger salamander. My favorite salamander because of it's size and skin markings.

[@lindamoore192]

I just got a baby tiger salamander....this video is very informative.....thanks sis

[@Yes-dy3nx]

I randomly, and suddenly a few months ago started thinking of getting fish But then I thought Well what’s a little bit of a step up from that Then I thought ✨salamanders✨ Your video is the only video I have seen that actually shows caring for these beautiful creatures❤️

[@ashlynandersen2872]

This video is super helpful and has helped me so much while trying to convince my parents to buy me a tiger salamander just like Ponyo!

[@edwarddore7617]

they really are easy to take care of.

[@edwarddore7617]

Great video. I have 5 tiger salamanders, in a 48"X18" terrarium, with doors that slide on each side. I have a land side, and a water side, separated with a cork log. If you keep the water shallow, about 2", they will swim a bit, or just hang out in the water. I tried sprigtails years ago, and they do a great job keeping the tank clean. I have been using New Zealand sphagnum moss for years, love it, and it's mold resistant.

[@allclades]

cool, I'm going to keep a salamander this spring to use for educational programs with kids. this will come in handy.

[@zareptiles]

He’s so pretty! I’m going bio active for my sunbeam so I’ve been obsessively watching bio active videos LOL! I love the simplicity of your set up though - that’s what I’m going for!

[@reptiliangarden]

ZA Reptiles Thank you so much! Your sunbeam is going to love it!!!

[@Schawnee]

THANK YOU FOR THIS VIDEO !!! my water dog is in the process of transforming into a salamander . i’ve never had a “wet reptile” only bearded dragons , iguana so this is new to me and i’m excited

[@audio-agenda7221]

Wet reptile? They're amphibians

[@xsoftball_7]

Okay, I have one question. Where did you get Ponyo? I have really wanted a pet salamander in general for a long time, and I don’t really know where to get one.

[@johndaboss7157]

Omg I love Ponyo! Plz keep making videos or posting pics of him on Instagram. These vids are so helpful. Espically because I just a tiger salamander.

[@tomuria3857]

I have two adult red-backed salamanders, this was a bit more helpful than the research I’ve been doing ^^’

[@TheRealMisterBuilder]

Really appreciate this video! Trying to learn how to help keep this new roommate not only alive but happy and healthy! Love the suggestion of Springtails! Do you find that they ever worm their way out of the container and become a nuisance elsewhere? I have a large terrarium with Eco Earth and would very much be interested in these helpful critters. Additionally, I had been told that they love earthworms and that these are a great food source. I definitely am thankful I stumbled across this in my first week on this amphibian adventure, I will be seeking out some insects to help supplement Sally's food source! Thanks tons!

[@johnknouse8846]

Those things are so awesome looking. When I was a kid growing up in Nebraska we used to catch those once in a while. Some were yellow/black like ponyo and some were orange/black. Mother Nature makes some cool stuff!

[@reptiliangarden]

John Knouse I’ve never found one in the wild!!!! It’s one of my dreams lol

[@caitlinandcolehaters9673]

Reptillian Garden: that makes a lot of sence. BTW, I love your channel and I've subscribed and turned on notifications. Your salamander is adorable. I have two tyger salamanders but they are still TINY.

[@robertleibold4502]

great video....where can I purchase a bright yellow and black tiger salamander?

[@mess_of_a_malibu7422]

So sweet! Here in Colorado we have these little guys wandering around some time. Me and my best friend just saved one of these boys from our neighbors yard. Just wondering: how much can they irritate your skin? After I saved him (using gloves mostly) he managed to touch my hand, which kind of irritated it. From what I read, they can irritate you?

[@TheFlippyNioa]

Earthworms are actually suited perfectly nutrition-wise for tiger salamanders, and most salamanders really. They're quite nutritious and their calcium to phosphorus ratio is perfect, while crickets and other common feeder insects require calcium dusting and other vitamin dusting. The caudata site has a whole page detailing salamander nutrition; the site in general is a great resource for this information. The information you're giving for their diet sounds more like something suited to leopard geckos.

[@reptiliangarden]

Nioa Thank you so much! I’ll check that out because I’ve always heard the earthworms aren’t has nutritious, so I use other insects instead.

[@audio-agenda7221]

Earthworms are high in calcium and protein as well as fluids.

[@ericshane491]

@@reptiliangarden the staple diet should absolutely be earthworms. Nightcrawlers cut in half ideally. Perfect CA:Phosphorous ratio.

[@cocacolacat]

@@reptiliangarden I have a question, one of the salamanders i have are mutated! causing him to be small for long times.

[@JessicasAnimalFriends]

Sorry for three damn comments lol let me know how the bio bedding works I was thinking of switching my tiger salamander over to it too!

[@reptiliangarden]

Jessicas Animal Friends I will!!! So far it seems to work great for my frog in retaining moisture!

[@TheSentryRob]

I love the way you say Salamander ❤️

[@KatieSanvick]

when i was like 7 we took a class trip to our nature center and i found a tiger salamander and put it in my pocket until the teacher found out and we had to put him back haha.. love these guys

[@ProgressiveDiscussions]

Instead of springtails I like using dwarf white isopods and the larger dairy cow isopods. Besides being a bioactive clean up crew the dairy cow isopods are a secondary food source.

[@manoftheworld1000]

This guy is so cute! Since I went to school I've been deeply in love with amphibians! Around springtime I used to catch mountain newts (my 'swimming jewels') but in the summer I had to take them back to their pond. Btw, I also had a 'cleansing gang', a whole bunch of daphniae!

[@midithi]

Would you still recommend this set-up for a tiger salamander? I love them dudes so much.

[@ericshane491]

this literally is a video of a tiger salamander setup. It's also not a great setup, the minimum substrate depth should be at least 4".

[@midithi]

@@ericshane491 Hi Eric. Her setup has changed in her recent videos and I was wondering if she would still recommend this one - the old setup. No need to be a smartass, right?

[@nikkiwilson5034]

Hi Jessica, I am a cut flower farmer and I have a 3,000 square foot greenhouse. I was lifting my dahlia tubers, and I dug up two Tiger Salamanders. I live in Colorado, and I learned that is our state amphibian. I am wondering if the greenhouse can be their new home? There are slugs, earthworms and crickets. I don't know what to do. Any advice would be helpful. Thank you!

[@ismaelperez8625]

Loved the video I have one tiger salamander that is morphing to terrestrial right now so I'm looking at how to make a habitat. Great info

[@mjdurk]

awesome video. Can i have 2 or 3 salamander in a 90 gallon aquarium/habitat?

[@Presidenddt]

Thank you very much for the video! It was really thoughtful. Could you clarify if tiger salamanders may live together with another species? For instance frogs, big newts and another types of salamanders. And it is interesting whether they are able to swim well. Can they sink if the basin is deep enough. Thanks in advance. Way to go

[@SkullField]

i just bough 3 from a store that sells the paedomorph as bait. so i bought them all. i have a 55 gal tub with loads of plants, sand, and guppies. i think they will be happy. i have a few 40g breeders when they become adult. i may just buy another 55gal tub for them as well

[@Ksjsjdjdjdjdjsjs]

hello, could you tell me if she can live in an aquarium without side ventilation, with a mesh on top at a height of 30 cm? Thanks🌸

[@josephjr9877]

I just saw one on the train station at 2 am walking in the side walk, wanted to help him but i just heard i need to get my hand wet or not sure if it's the same animal but it sure looked alike.

[@stina9659]

I love him 😍 I have an axolotl, and now I want a Tiger salamander ...

[@williamgoboff1772]

me and my kids just found a large salamander today hiding under our wood. trying to learn how to care for this little guy. any advice would be great thanks.

[@Brazilianboy12]

Question, do you have to feed them live insects?

[@rowanplays3032]

My tiger salamander doesn't eat much advice please

[@grantnorthcott5112]

I have a tote tub much like yours to keep my Tiger Salamander, Buffy, in. I've drilled many 3/16" holes into the lid and along all four sides in an effort to keep the humidity down to around 70%. I have about two inches of potting soil as a substrate, a water receptacle and some forest bark and material for her to crawl under. I've installed a digital thermometer/ Hygrometer to monitor her enclosure for humidity. What do you do to keep your humidity to around 70% ?

[@Bmedeiros-youtube]

I was either gonna get a cane toad or tiger salamander but am leaning towards an salamander. Because they seem more interactive. Plus I only have room for a 15 gallon and I don’t think cane toads can be kept in that small of a tank

[@kakndandaGanteng]

WHAT THE SONG AFTER YOU CUT IN THE FINISH

[@evilrats13]

So I’m pretty sure my salamander IceCream is a yellow spotted. I live in Michigan and he came in through my sisters drain. She put him in an ice cream tub so that’s why his name is ice cream but I have always wanted an amphibious pet. I had no idea what I was doing but it’s winter in MI and I didn’t want to put him out to die so thank you! I love my IceCream.

[@100percentonyoutube]

If I would grab one do I rinse my hands with sink water before graving them?

[@christophermichael.w.7577]

I have been watching videos about salamanders and newts because I have a small terrarium and a couple tanks that I don't have anything in besides the bioactive plants,soil, and some rollie pollies.I have wanted to get some salamanders and newts,but I am having trouble deciding what species I want to get.I really like the spotted salamander because I found one years ago that had a very bright purple color and I kept him for a while, but ended up releasing him back where I found him. I wouldn't feel as bad if I bought a captive bred specimen.I would like to keep and breed a species that was native and could benefit from captive breeding programs.

[@chrisarias2063]

My tiger salamander is about three to four years old. Eats OK and is very active but has two large blueberry shaped sores on her tail. Cannot I afford exotic vet bill but I love her. Any suggestions? I've been soaking her in light Epsom salt and keeping her environment as clean as I can. Anything else I can be doing?

[@14rusto]

Very good video but I want to know if i can pair a tiger salamander with a leaf frog?

[@ericshane491]

no.

[@ZeroDarko]

im having the hardest time finding one, how did u get that cute little guy???

[@267TPGR]

Just wondering what his name is gotten from😶 what a beauty!

[@reptiliangarden]

ogfergi There’s a movie called Ponyo where this little fish turns into a human. Ponyo is a half land/water creature too so I thought it was fitting. They both have cute faces too 💕

[@piddlepuddles5710]

Do they need to go through a winter brumation? I live at the top of Minnesota and just caught a tiger salamander and w ould like to keep him, but I will release him if I need to.

[@RyRy123branham_Rylee]

Ty so much I just got one and I did not no how to take care of him so ty and Dynamite I hope is doing ok now :]

[@ybtheyoungballer261]

Where can I get one?

[@itscoop7999]

I have an enclosure with a waterfall and pound wound that be ok for a salamander?

[@bobkob]

Excellent video, i love bio-active, what live plants could be safe for a tiger salamander?

[@reptiliangarden]

Bob Soto I know pothos and bromeliads would be great! A great place to check out is joshs Frogs because you can find reptile and amphibian safe plants and buy them pesticide free and have them shipped! They come in great condition. If you use my coupon code reptiliangarden at the checkout, you’ll save 15% off your order! 💕

[@edwarddore7617]

I stick with plastic, they aren't called mole salamanders for nothing.

[@BigT420-69]

honestly your videos are so helpful.. like you have no idea! thank you!

[@valeriahernandez1086]

Do you have any recommendations for when they're morphing from aquatic to terrestrial form. Mine is starting that process and I really don't know what to do! Please help

[@mandapanda3761]

how do you go about cleaning there spray bottle.?

[@amandacruz-fraticelli7007]

I love the fact that as I am researching the reptiles and amphibians I want, it brings me back to your channel! Thank you for having all this information!

[@rickyw.2631]

I look like Ponyo, Salamanders are my spirit animal:)

[@peterscaritojr7835]

Great video question did the springtails ever come out of the container do you every find them on the counter or on the floor they ever get loose I guess is what I’m asking thanks

[@ericshane491]

They can't live without a water source.

[@oliviagaleaz2921]

Ponyo is adorable

[@OnyxWhisper77]

Is it ok to have floating land docks the can burrow in and than a thing of water with mud they can burrow in to?

[@t.n.3819]

That sounds like a drowning hazard. Their habitat should be mostly terrestrial... they don't really live in water as adults, they kind of just go for a dip from time to time.

[@jamescolbert7081]

What are Springtails?

[@JJVenterVSA]

My 4 year old daughter wants to know if you have video on king cobras.

[@samanthajo2981]

what kind of plants are safe for the tank for salamanders?

[@RoachDogggJR]

Hi there, i understand this is an older video but still hope i can get a reply with some advice. Ive got a tiger salamander and he hasnt been eating much the past about 5 days. Ive noticed he has somehow broken one of his front toes and has exposed bone. I have moved him to a tupperware container with a damp towel and a hidey place for his comfort to make sure its less likely to get infected. He seems a bit lethargic and im guess he wont eat due to the pain involved with that. Im wondering if there is anything more i can do for him. Hes about 2-3 years old and has been healthy and happy until this happened. I have no clue how he hurt his foot so badly but i feel terrible that hes going through this.

[@reptiliangarden]

I would recommend taking him to a vet as soon as possible. The sooner the better. I hope your guy will be okay!

[@RoachDogggJR]

@ ill try. The nearest exotic vet is an hour and half drive away from me and road conditions arent good😞

[@RoachDogggJR]

@@reptiliangarden he didnt make it unfortunately. Alreqdy Had sepsis and an aditional injury to his chest i didnt know about until this morning getting him ready for transport😢 i feel absolutely horrible that i didnt notice things alot sooner.

[@PULAG]

Would the same setup work for a Red Salamander?

[@jimskatr103]

I have a serious question! I have fungus gnats in my tiger salamander set up. So beneficial nematodes harm salamanders? Specifically Steinernema feltiae

[@PikaRaichupikapika]

how often should I give it calcium with d3? whats a safe level of calcium ex. 2-3 times per week and how many quarts is the tub you are using?

[@catteo2832]

I love Ponyo, he has the most adorable face

[@reptiliangarden]

matteo cajumi Facts. 😍😭💕

[@madysolaya8014]

Can you feed them small salamander pellets

[@elliewaters6040]

So why can’t you hold salamanders often? Do they carry bugs like frogs do? Also do they only eat bugs not fruit and veg like some lizards?

[@wisesolanimaltv]

if you handle amphibians often, their skin gets dry and they can't breathe very well because they breathe with their skin. And salamanders are carnivores, so they don't eat plants.

[@SelenesNymph]

Can you make a video about setting up a bioactive enclosure for bearded dragons?? Love your videos, by the way!!!

[@reptiliangarden]

kate I personally don’t like loose substrate for my beardie, so I won’t be making a video on that. Sorry! I know it’s more complex for beardies also, so I wouldn’t want to mess that up. I wish I could be more helpful. And thank you so much!!!💕

[@jacksonl.2632]

I hardly ever hold my tiger Salimander as well and when I do I wear rubber gloves so I dont irritate its skin and also where did you get your water dish for you salimander?

[@andreaa7166]

Can this also be used for a fire salamander???

[@sarahboone7172]

Where do you get your springtails from? I just got my whites tree frog out of quarantine and I’d love to get him some springtails for his little house!

[@reptiliangarden]

Sarah Boone From joshs Frogs.com they have everything you could possibly need for a bioactive setup! Great prices too! If you use the coupon code reptiliangarden at the check out, you can save yourself 15% off your order 💕

[@puppiesarethebest4223]

Is reptile soil good for them

[@coreycunninghammusic]

Is it okay to hold the salamander sometimes like you would a lizard if you wear gloves and wet them with dechlorinated water?

[@coreycunninghammusic]

I have seen some people say it's not good to handle them a lot because they have sensitive skin, but I was wondering if I wore gloves and wet them with dechlorinated water, would handling them still be harmful? Or is it just because of the salts, oils and etc on the skin?

[@reptiliangarden]

Yes! As long as you take those precautions to keep their skin free of irritation!

[@natashalee2054]

do salamanders like water I'm thinking of doing a half land half water bioactive enclosure for mine!

[@edwarddore7617]

I've had a setup like that for years, just keep the water side shallow, maybe around 2" deep or so, and make sure it's easy to get in ans out of the water, I use a cork log to separate the two sides.

[@natashalee2054]

thx!

[@D3L1ZZ]

I need help with my salamander... 🙏 Thank you!

[@angievinny7658]

Will an adult salamander eat a baby salamander if left in the same enclosure

[@lydiajpoopscoot2443]

Where did you get the Container? Just wondering?

[@lalyc4722]

How often do you feed Ponyo?

[@mandalujann-xy3wq]

How cute panyo is just watching you the whole intire time in the background

[@marcelthebest2977]

How often do you dust their food and with what

[@mandalujann-xy3wq]

How cute panyo is just watching you the whole intire time in the backround

[@ZoneViewSports]

Would spring water be ok for the?

[@audio-agenda7221]

Yes

[@Lizardwizard-c5z]

Where did you get that

[@monsterwoodfingerboards4935]

Are salamanders toxic to humans?

[@alina11941]

How many times a week and how many roaches would you feed? Should they be kept with other salamanders? Would I change the eco earth evrey month? Sorry that is a lot of questions 😅 (edit:AHHH also would this work the same as fire salamanders?)(edit again: would you spray the invlosure evrey day?)

[@MamaDishwasher]

Hi there! I´ve been doing a lot of research on salamander care lately and I just noticed that there´s a difference between a spotted salamander and a tiger salamander (thought they were pretty much the same just different names, mixed them up due to their looks), and I was just wondering if you happened to know the "exact" differences between the two to make sure I wouldn´t accidentally end up with the wrong type of habitat and care etc. From what I´ve read I haven´t been able to find that many differences. Thanks!

[@jacobherrera381]

Should I use gloves while handling them?

[@reptiliangarden]

That’s a great idea to protect their skin!

[@Maycox]

Well I have a tiger salamander but by accident. My friend had caught some mud puppies and I took one. Over time it started to change its form I thought it was normal but then I started to research and it turned out it was a Tiger salamander. And I have no idea what I should do I do take care of it like keeping the tank moist and feeding it insects but I don’t know if I should release it because it came from the wild so should I release it back?

[@audio-agenda7221]

It might die if u release it after keeping it for too long, but it might be ok also, 50-50 chance, who knows

[@reptitan5498]

What are the temps and humidity? I know you said that they need high humidity. I am also guessing Heat Mat>Heat Lamp.

[@reptiliangarden]

Reptitan888 They need 70% humidity and temps of 68-75. They prefer cool dark places so as long as you have a comfortable room temp, heating isn’t needed.

[@reptitan5498]

@@reptiliangarden i would definitely get one if I had a bigger reptile capacity. LOL :D

[@audio-agenda7221]

No no heat Lamp or mat! Salamanders like cool Temps and low light, keep Temps around 65F-72F max

[@tandidj5825]

How long they live?

[@brandontran4325]

Can you keep two of them in the same encloser

[@audio-agenda7221]

Not recommended

[@jerichomdalagan8567]

is it superworm can get our salamander bloated? thanks

[@audio-agenda7221]

Superworms can leave nasty bites on salamanders, I hate them