Description

Discover the ultimate guide to keeping fire-bellied newts happy, healthy, and thriving.
Whether you're a beginner amphibian keeper or a lifelong herp enthusiast, Fire-Bellied Newt Care by Reed Ashcroft delivers everything you need to know about caring for both Japanese (Cynops pyrrhogaster) and Chinese (Cynops orientalis) fire-bellied newts.

Inside, you'll learn the key differences between the two species, how to choose a healthy newt, set up aquatic or semi-aquatic enclosures, maintain water quality, and provide a balanced diet. From breeding tips and enrichment ideas to healthcare and ethical keeping, this comprehensive guide equips you with the knowledge to support your newts through every stage of life.

This book includes:
✅ Species comparison: Japanese vs Chinese fire-bellied newts
✅ Step-by-step tank setup and water care
✅ Feeding charts and nutritional advice
✅ Breeding, behavior, and life cycle details
✅ Enrichment, observation, and ethical care
✅ Printable checklists, feeding logs, and gear recommendations

Backed by Reed's personal journey—from his first encounter with fire-bellied newts at 15 to breeding both species—this ebook blends passion with practical experience.

Perfect for keepers of cold-water amphibians, this is your one-stop resource for Cynops care. Don't start your newt-keeping adventure without it.