Can anyone tell me what kind he is?

[Theresa]

Im trying to figure out what kind of salamander he is. There is a picture of him when I first got him and what he looks like now.

Thank you for your help. :happy:

 

[Azhael]

It´s an Ambystoma tigrinum or an A.mavortium. I´d say mavortium but there are people in this forum who are more capable of giving you a definite ID.

 

[Theresa]

It´s an Ambystoma tigrinum or an A.mavortium. I´d say mavortium but there are people in this forum who are more capable of giving you a definite ID.

Ok. Thank you.

 

[Bellabelloo]

Have a read through this link as you will need to change its housing. Lovely markings.

Caudata Culture Species Entry - Tiger salamander

 

[Theresa]

Have a read through this link as you will need to change its housing. Lovely markings.

Caudata Culture Species Entry - Tiger salamander

Thanks. I appreciate it.

 

[Kaysie]

Like Julia said, you'll definitely need to move him to a terrestrial setup, or you run the risk of having him drown. Adult tigers are not known for their swimming abilities.

 

[Jan]

If you are new to caring for tiger salamanders, you may find this article helpful as well:
Caudata Culture Articles - Tiger Salamander 101

 

[Theresa]

Like Julia said, you'll definitely need to move him to a terrestrial setup, or you run the risk of having him drown. Adult tigers are not known for their swimming abilities.

Oh, ok. I didn't know that. That must be why he is on top of the rock more often now (outside of the water).

I will make sure I do that. I have never owned one before and it doesn't seem like many people know about them. Thank you.

 

[Theresa]

If you are new to caring for tiger salamanders, you may find this article helpful as well:
Caudata Culture Articles - Tiger Salamander 101

I have found it very useful, I just read it. Thank you very much.

 

[Katniss]

Where did you get him?