We have a redfoot that we have had a couple of months, and i was wondering if its strange for them to sleep in their water? She does this about 2 to 3 times a week. Is this normal? Thanks Scott
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Red foot sleeps in his pond?
sgoodson1
Oct 10, 2003 07:12 AM
Replies (3)
EJ
Oct 10, 2003 11:22 AM
Occasional is not a bad thing and I've seen it done before but I wouldn't let him do it as a long term habit. Does it have a moist place to sleep?
Ed
sgoodson1
Oct 10, 2003 12:27 PM
Yea he has a hide box with some moss that is sprayed down, but i think maybe we need to keep her more moist. We soak her every day but how moist should her cage be? And what is a good substrate for her? Thanks for the answer and any other info you have. Scott
EJ
Oct 10, 2003 12:49 PM
I use pinebark mulch and it is not moist at all. They hang out in the water bowl occasionally but I don't worry about it. I would suggest that you keep it as is and just keep an eye out. Also, make sure the moist hide is in the warmer area of the enclosure.
Ed
