Fire belly newts..?

[04cobratorchred]

Looks good cobra...the only change I would make is to use a sponge filter instead of that blue thing. The sponges work just as well but blend into the scenery alot better. To clean them all you need to do is squeeze out the sponge in the bucket that has the old water you just changed out of the tank. I use these types....
http://www.drsfostersmith.com/product/prod_display.cfm?pcatid=3940&N=2004+22768

It's not exactly the same, but very similar and works the same.

Thanks a lot. i really don't like that blue filter i have in there right now it was just something i had laying around. also with the blue filter the water level has to be high enought to cover it and i really don't want it to be that high. So i think i am going to change it what do you think about the filters that lay down on the ground? I have been thinking about getting one of them.

 

[WinterWind]

Thanks. You know how your setting yours up yet?

I have some idea.

I was planning a 10 gallon, but I think I can get a used 30 gallon. I'm not sure which to go with, since I don't have a stand for the 30. I'm looking for a sturdy enough drawer for the 30 now.

I'm not making as an elaborate land part as you are, but I'm still thinking about it.

For the filter, I think I will get an internal whisper 20i model.

Maybe house 5 newts or so. :thm:

 

[04cobratorchred]

I have some idea.

I was planning a 10 gallon, but I think I can get a used 30 gallon. I'm not sure which to go with, since I don't have a stand for the 30. I'm looking for a sturdy enough drawer for the 30 now.

I'm not making as an elaborate land part as you are, but I'm still thinking about it.

For the filter, I think I will get an internal whisper 20i model.

Maybe house 5 newts or so. :thm:

sounds great can't wait to see it. post some pics when you get started.

 

[Emg]

Thanks a lot. i really don't like that blue filter i have in there right now it was just something i had laying around. also with the blue filter the water level has to be high enought to cover it and i really don't want it to be that high. So i think i am going to change it what do you think about the filters that lay down on the ground? I have been thinking about getting one of them.

Do you mean those little square ones that fit in a corner ? I believe they require some type of media..or not..lol...Yeah, one of those would probably work but if it were me I'd go with the plain sponge filter. No media to mess around with or filter pads to change. Very easy and managable and with the ones that I have I only have to slide the sponge off the bar and rinse it in the bucket, then put it back on.

 

[tricksterpup]

Ok, here are some underwater power filters or filters that work well with amphibians.
the canister filter for turtles from zoomed. A great little filter and would be perfect for a newt tank with multiple newts and fish. Zoomed Turtle Canister Filter
The Zoomed Turtle Canister Filter is specially designed to meet the unique filtration needs of turtle tanks or vivariums with amphibians. It features an extra large carbon chamber for maximum ammonia absorbing capabilities. Includes spray bar system, mechanical filter sponge, biologically active ceramic media and carbon. Its special water pump motor can run dry for up to 30 days without damaging the unit. Includes a manufacturer's one-year guarantee.

a little bit cheaper but another great filter. Aquarium Systems Duetto Multi-Function Internal Filter
Duetto Multi-Filter is a compact internal filter that efficiently packs maximum features in minimum space.

The multi-filter internal chamber has separate components for mechanical, chemical, and biological filtration, permitting easy replacement and cleaning of the chemical and mechanical filter without disturbing the biological filter.

The aeration feature mixes filtered air with pumped water to provide complete aeration, improving the oxygen/carbon dioxide exchange. The multiple output adapters allow either flat output for easy direction of water, or round output for easy connection to flexible tubing.

The Duetto Multi-Filter is totally submersible and can be positioned vertically against the aquarium wall, or horizontally on the floor of an aquarium or terrarium.

Can be adjusted for minimum or maximum flow.

Elite® Stingray Underwater Filters by Hagen I have one of these I plan on using for my 10 gallon newt tank.
Fully submersible filter improves water quality and requires little maintenance. Sleek, modern filter design may be suctioned to aquarium glass. Features of the Elite® Stingray underwater filter models include:

* Quiet operation
* Easy to set-up and use
* Easy to maintain
* Each filter uses two carbon/Zeolite cartridges, one foam pad for the tail of the filter, and one filter pad for the body of the filter (all included with filter; replacement parts sold separately)
* 5 ft. of electrical cording

The have sizes that range for the 5 gallon to a 15 gallon tank.

 

[WinterWind]

sounds great can't wait to see it. post some pics when you get started.

Sure!

trickster, all those filters look cool! The canister is probably too expensive for me, and I can't find the other two anywhere except on the internet and am reluctant to buy on the internet. I'll probably go with the tetra internal filters:

It can be suctioned on the inside of the aquarium. Same concept as the hagen stingray except it has a different design.

 

[tricksterpup]

Sure!

trickster, all those filters look cool! The canister is probably too expensive for me, and I can't find the other two anywhere except on the internet and am reluctant to buy on the internet. I'll probably go with the tetra internal filters:

It can be suctioned on the inside of the aquarium. Same concept as the hagen stingray except it has a different design.

The other filters I listed are only about 5 dollars more than the one have shown. I paid about 14 for my stingray filter. The duetto is about the same price I belive and the canister is about $37 from petsmart online. I think that is the same price at the store. So look around, the canister would be perfect for your 30. Heck, go to your local fish store and see if they have any used ones for sale. Mine does on occassions, I got a few nice canisters from them.

 

[WinterWind]

I would like the canister, but I don't want to spend over a certain amount of money, and I probably won't be keeping more than 4 or 5 newts in the 30 gallon anyways, so I think it's okay.

 

[tricksterpup]

I would like the canister, but I don't want to spend over a certain amount of money, and I probably won't be keeping more than 4 or 5 newts in the 30 gallon anyways, so I think it's okay.

cool but I wouldnt go with the filter you showed. I have a few here and they are only good for 2 1/2 and 5 gallon tanks. Try the sting ray is only good for about 15 gallon tanks and they do make duettos for larger setups. But the larger the setup, the more the filter. But with a setup like this, you can keep small fish in a tank with your newts, such as endlers, guppies or even dwarf live bearers.

 

[WinterWind]

The tetra i are actually good for 20-40 actually, at least the product descriptions say.