Question: tiger not eating

[jlbarrett2]

Thanks to Kaycie I have successfully transferred Mikey to a land based habitat. He seems to be adjusting okay to it. I have a small pool of water, coco fiber base and a big 1/2 log for him to hide under.

However, I need to know if I should keep a light on part of the time for him. Also, I have tried to feed him mealworms but he doesn't want to take them. Any suggestions? I think he might just be adjusting to his new surroundings but I'm not sure what should be considered "normal" behavior. Any help would be appreciated as I want to make sure he is safe, healthy and happy. He should be having some company soon as one of our other males has started morphing.

 

[superfin]

try giving him another hiding place he might be slightly stresed also try feeding him waxworms they are nice and tasty for salamanders and other anphibians




best of luck
chris:wacko:

 

[oregon newt]

No you do not need light. And concerning the food, mealworms aren't a good food for caudates anyway. They may bite your animal and they are high in fats. Waxworms are good as an occasional treat, but they are also high in fat. I would suggest trying to give it some earthworms. They are very nutritious and are a good staple diet. Here is an article that may also help you http://www.caudata.org/cc/articles/foods.shtml.

 

[jlbarrett2]

Thank you so much. I will get him some earthworms today. He does appear to be much happier today and enjoying the entire habitat.