Question: Keeping my salamander tank cool?

[ChrisRushton]

My salamander tank is getting quite warm inside now as the weather is getting warmer outside. I am thinking of putting an ice pack in the tank which is wrapped in tissue so that it doesn't damage him if he goes on it/near it. Is this a good idea to keep his tank cool?

Many thanks

 

[Azhael]

That can work. You can also place the ice on the lid, or on a side, close to where the salamander prefers to hide. Ideally, though, you should try to find a place where it is cooler (basement, closer to the floor, air-conditioned room....).
If you can expose the tank to the cooler night temperatures, that will go a long way too. Moderately high day-time temps are much better tolerated with a night-time drop.

 

[ChrisRushton]

Ok then thank you very much. My salamander tank is in the shade out of direct sunlight in my room which is close to the floor. My room is usually a good temperature just the weathers got really hot this weekend. I will use that idea then and make the temperature cooler at night. Thanks again.