Enoch's New Digs

[Jace]

I just wanted to thank everyone who suggested ways to help Enoch the Western Toad grow a bit better. I added heat to his enclosure, and he has become more active and eaten more. However, because he was in such a small setup, I had to be very careful not to overheat. So, today, I decided to set him up in a 5 gallon so I could place the heat lamp over part of his tank (his log to be specific) and still have a cool zone (where his water dish is). I included some pictures so if anyone has any suggestions, I would love to hear them.

As well, how moist should his dirt be kept? Should I let it dry out slightly between mistings, or keep it constantly damp?

[Jace]

As well, here are some size comparison photos.

First photo-August 2010; second photo-October 2010; third photo-November 2010.

[JimO]

I'd let the surface of the dirt get a little dry between mistings. Enoch is such a great name for a toad. He's growing like a weed! You might need a 10-gal soon.

[Jace]

Thanks! I got his name from a fantasy art calendar-no idea if it's actually a he, but the name seems to fit!! I have a ten gallon on standby. Since I put him in the new setup, he has snuggled into the moist dirt right under the heat lamp. Hope that is a good sign!

[SethD]

Enoch is such a great name for a toad.

Well hopefully he doesn't disappear suddenly like his namesake.


Genesis 5:24 And Enoch walked with God: and he was not; for God took him.

[Jace]

Lol-well, I hope he sticks with me because I'm rather attached to him. He took a dip in his water dish and seems to be motoring around in the cooler section of his home right now. He sure has long legs!!

[Eel Noob]

Sweet looking toad, really like it's colors

[Jace]

Thanks! I have never seen one with his colouring before, so I hope he keeps them as he matures. Either way, he's a pretty handsome little fellow.