Tiger Salamander Care Guide
Complete care guide covering grooming, exercise, nutrition, environment, and preventive healthcare for Tiger Salamander.
Daily Care Requirements
| Exercise Needs | Moderate - terrestrial; active burrower and explorer |
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| Grooming Frequency | None - maintain moist substrate; clean water dish |
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| Annual Exam Focus | Skin condition, body weight, fecal parasites, limb health |
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Nutrition & Weight Management
| Obesity Risk | Medium |
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| Ideal Body Condition | 3 |
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Environment & Housing
| Temperature | 15-22°C (60-72°F); avoid temperatures above 24°C |
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| Humidity | 60-80%; moist (not wet) substrate; large water dish for soaking |
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| Diet Type | Earthworms (primary), crickets, waxworms, occasional pinky mice for large adults; dust with calcium |
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Size & Physical Characteristics
| Adult Weight | 0.05–0.15 kg |
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| Lifespan | 10–20 years |
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