Goldfish are well-known aquarium pets, admired for their bright colors and graceful swimming. Many people who keep or observe salamanders near or in water wonder if these amphibians will eat goldfish. The short answer is yes. Some salamander species, particularly larger aquatic or semi-aquatic ones, will eat goldfish if the opportunity arises. Salamanders are opportunistic … Read more

Grasshoppers are common insects found in many environments, especially fields, meadows, and grassy areas. Known for their powerful hind legs and remarkable jumping ability, these insects often share the same habitat as salamanders. This natural overlap leads many people to wonder: do salamanders eat grasshoppers? The short answer is yes. Salamanders do eat grasshoppers, particularly … Read more

Baby salamanders, also called larvae or hatchlings, have dietary needs very different from adult salamanders. Many beginner keepers wonder if feeding fish food to baby salamanders is a good idea. After all, fish food is easy to find, affordable, and convenient to use. The short answer is no. Baby salamanders (larvae) should not be fed … Read more

Earwigs are small, dark-colored insects known for the pincers on their backs. They’re often found in moist environments under rocks, mulch, or leaf litter, the same places salamanders like to hide. This overlap leads many people to ask: can salamanders eat earwigs? The short answer is yes. Some salamanders will eat earwigs if the opportunity … Read more

Earthworms are soft-bodied, squirming creatures that live in soil, leaf litter, and under damp logs. Salamanders often live in the same places, hidden beneath rocks or crawling through the moist forest floor. If you’ve ever seen one near the other, you might wonder: can salamanders eat earthworms? Yes, salamanders do eat earthworms, and they are … Read more

Daddy longlegs are long-legged arachnids that live in damp, shady places like forests, gardens, and under logs. They’re small, slow, and commonly seen in areas where salamanders live and hunt. If you’ve ever seen the two in the same area, you might wonder: do salamanders eat daddy longlegs? Yes, salamanders do eat daddy longlegs when … Read more

Dragonflies are large, fast-flying insects commonly seen near ponds, lakes, and streams, the same habitats many salamanders call home. Their long bodies and strong wings might make you wonder if salamanders can catch and eat them. The short answer is yes, but rarely. Salamanders do eat dragonflies, especially the young, slow, or injured ones. However, … Read more

Dubia roaches are one of the most popular feeder insects used for reptiles and amphibians in captivity. They are clean, quiet, easy to breed, and packed with nutrients. But if you have a salamander, you might ask: can salamanders eat Dubia roaches? The short answer is yes. Salamanders can eat Dubia roaches, but only if … Read more

Mealworms are one of the most popular feeder insects used by pet owners. You’ll find them in almost every pet store, sometimes alive, crawling in a box, and sometimes dried and packaged. So can salamanders eat dried mealworms? The short answer is no at least, not in a healthy or practical way. While a salamander … Read more

Centipedes are long, many-legged creatures that move fast and like dark, damp places. They crawl under rocks, leaves, and logs. That’s also where salamanders live. These two animals often cross paths in the wild. But if you’ve ever seen a centipede scurry past, you might wonder if a salamander would eat one. The short answer … Read more