Can a American and fire bellied toad share a tank?

[jasonm96]

Hey

I wouldn't. For one, although I've not kept American toads I have read they will prefer cooler temperatures than Oriental fire-bellied toads. American toads temperature range being 60-70oF, whilst the fire-bellied toads will prefer around 78oF during the day. The other reason being that both are from different countries so could possibly transfer pathogens that the other animal would not be immune to. Also, fire-bellied toads toxins are somewhat strong, when cleaning out the water you can even feel a little tinkle, so this may harm the American toad.

You can easy set up the fire-bellied toad in a seperate 10-gallon aquarium with a screen top, which should house 3-4, preferably three. I would recommend a 20-gallon for long term housing though. Keep them groups, they're quite communal. Here's some really good info on their care: http://www.amphibian.co.uk/bombina.html