Tritão Crocodilo da Birmânia

CARE GUIDE

Size: Adults can reach 10 cm

Origin: Myanmar

Lifespan: Up to 10 years in captivity

Natural Habitat: They inhabit forested areas, usually close to small ponds or streams

The Tritão Crocodilo da Birmânia is a recently described species of the genus Tylototriton. It is a distinctive-looking newt with mainly terrestrial habits. With a voracious appetite and a fearless attitude, it is a popular choice for newt and salamander enthusiasts.

Although this is a relatively easy species to keep, you should pay attention to a few aspects and ensure certain conditions, which you will find in the following paragraphs.

Terrarium

Size: A 60x45x45cm terrarium is recommended for up to 4 adults

Material: Glass

 - Heating and Lighting

The Tritão Crocodilo da Birmânia can tolerate quite a wide temperature range. Ideally, during the day, the terrarium should be between 14 and 22ºC. Temperatures above 25ºC should be avoided. At night the temperature can drop to 10ºC. This means that, in most cases, no heat source is needed. 

The Tritão Crocodilo da Birmânia does not need UVB. However, it benefits from exposure to low levels (using a ShadeDweller lamp)

- Humidity

Water should always be available as a small pool that the newts can easily get in and out of. The ideal water depth is 5-6cm. The water should be changed frequently to keep it clean and hygienic.

- Decor

The Tritão Crocodilo da Birmânia is a terrestrial species, so special attention should be paid to the substrate, which should be damp but not waterlogged. Coco fibre and sphagnum moss are excellent options.

It is also important to provide hiding places in the form of leaf litter, logs and plants (artificial or live).

Diet and Supplementation

Feeding habits: Insectivorous

 Diet: They should be fed daily as juveniles and every other day as adults. 

- Foods

Insects: A varied diet based on earthworms, alternating with crickets and larvae, should be offered.

- Supplementation

For vitamin and mineral supplementation, dust 2 meals a week with Calcium Powder and one with a quality Multivitamin Complex (with Vit. D3). 

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