Mold in my white's tank

[flybyferns]

First off, I would like to find out what kind of mold is in my frog tank. It's an orange-ish color and it only grows on the wood. I have thought about springtails, but I don't know were to buy them.


1. Do I need to be worried for my frogs?
2. Is there another way to prevent mold besides springtails?
3. Will the mold make my frogs feel uncomfortable?


Please Help Me!

Hi,
Molds/fungus will not hurt you frog. Unless of course, it's, very extensive.
It is more likely to grow if the humidity is too high or if there is not enough ventilation.
Check the humidity! If you are using a coil type gauge ---replace it with a closed probe gauge when possible.
Ventilation could be increase by using a little computer fan - forcing the air OUT of the tank, of which will reduce the humidity.

You have a few approaches:
What kind of wood did you use, and how was it prepared. Baked?
You could yank it and do that.

You could just wipe it down and let it run it's course. Use paper towels.

The stringtails will work, but they typically stay close to the surface of the soil.
Springtails can be purchased at Josh's. But, heads-up, they are delicate.

Springtails - Feeder Insects and Supplies | Josh's Frogs

Purchasing springs or isopods at a show might be better.

Lynn