Using bugs from swimming pool

[ButtercupSaiyan]

Um—I have a pool at my house and LOTS of half-alive flying ants float around every day ... is it okay to feed these to my newt or will the slight chlorine on them become poisonous over time?

Because I have absolutely no problem finding pillbugs, weevils, and whatnot ... I spend an hour every day sitting on the pavement waiting for buses at my college, I even have empty film canisters in purse that once contained quarters.

But it would be easier to just scoop live insects out of the pool, given that they're so prolific.

 

[Jennewt]

Hi, I moved your question to its own thread, as it's a new topic. Most newts won't eat ants, so that may be a reason for this not working. I suppose the chlorine issue could be dealt with by letting the bugs sit around for a day or two to allow the chlorine to dissipate. Or by swishing them around with some water + dechlorinating solution.

 

[fishkeeper]

pillbugs are known for building up massive quantities of toxins in their bodies, especially in urban areas. I'd only use them if I grew em myself.