Housing the fire belly newt requires replicating its natural habitat inside of an aquarium. In the wild, fire belly newts are aquatic, so an ample water source is necessary. How… 展开

Fire belly newts thrive in cool temperatures. While they tolerate room temperature, they are happiest between 62 to 68 degrees Fahrenheit. At temperatures above 75 degrees Fahren… 展开

Newts should be kept on a regular cycle of 12 hours of light and 12 hours of dark per day. During the summer, a well-lit room with ample daylight should suffice, as long as the tank isn't i… 展开

To mimic the floor of a natural water source, line the bottom of the tank with smooth gravel. Make sure the gravel you choose is large enough that the newt can't inges… 展开