I've had nipper for like 3 years now. I got him wen he was in the aquatic stage and he's always been a little nippy, hence the name. He's always done great, but I've had some doubts recently. I feel that my care for him may not be adequate. Here's my setup: 10gal tank, Eco earth/plantation soil. Water dish and a hide and normal fishtank light. I try to spray several times a day, but often miss a couple days. I don't think it matters since I'm in Fl and it is naturally humid.
I understand that amphibians will "shed" and I've seen nippers "sheds" on several occasions, and even sad him eating one once. It has been over a year since I've seen one though and this worries me. Is he just eating them all, or is this an issue? It would make sense that he eats them all because he will always take food no matter what he's eaten.
I've always tried to avoid hard bodies insects such as mealworms because I've been under the impression that most amphibians cannot digest the hard bodied bugs. What can I fee him that is common at pet/reptile stores other than crickets and wax worms? I would love to order roaches but I don't want to unless I plan on starting a colony which is a bit much for a single salamander.


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