Neurological problems?

[newtons13]

The newt that has been having health problems is now sick in a different way. He eats barely half of what I feed him (1 cube of bloodworms) whereas the others eat it up right quick. Also when I moved him to feed him he did go into the defensive position slightly, but he was extremely uncoordinated and twitchy. When he swims he is spaztic, and swims upside down. I don't believe it is bloat anymore, as he is now very thin.

I reintroduced him to the others last Friday, and they all seem well still. Should I remove him again? I would really appreciate help on this one. I don't like to think that he could be suffering. Thank you.

 

[freves]

I would separate it from the group until it is eating well and gained some weight.
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[Jennewt]

If he's still swimming spasticly and upside down, he won't do well in an ordinary tank. I think he needs to be kept where he will be comfortable - either very shallow water or wet paper towels. Is he willing to hand-feed?

 

[newtons13]

He seems, from my perspective, happier back in the big tank. Are newts social creatures? They seem to love their cuddle puddles.

I will get a small set up for him very soon, and keep him there as advised. I feel horrible keeping him in the super tiny one I have now (barely enough room to stretch out, 10" x 4" x 6" high). I do not know if he would hand feed or not. Holding him to get him to the feeding areas seems to stress him out quite a bit. How would I hand feed him with blood worms? Just put a little pile on my hand?

Thanks for the advice, I very much appreciate it. :smile: