Tips For Keeping Axolotls

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Why are my axolotls so lethargic and eating poorly?

The temperature in the aquarium is most likely too low, which causes lethargy, slow metabolism and decreased appetite. High temperatures (above 24 ° C), on the contrary, increase activity.

Do axolotls need to arrange artificial "winter"?

Not. In nature, axolotls do not hibernate, so there is no need to lower the water temperature below 10 ° C.

Axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum)

What can be used as a substrate in an aquarium? He poured pebbles on his axolotl, and he smashed his face against it. Is it better to use sand?

Sand cannot be used, since the axolotl can swallow it and die. Most likely (according to your description), your axolotl has necrosis. Transfer the axolotl to another aquarium and treat with fungistop (antifungal and antiparasitic agent).

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It is very hot at home, which raised the temperature of the water in the aquarium to 25 ° C. How to lower it?

This is too high a temperature for an axolotl. Try moving the aquarium to a cooler place or try to lower the temperature by adding ice cubes to the water.

Do I need additional lighting for an aquarium besides the indoor one?

Axolotl does not care, since he sees poorly. If live plants are planted in the aquarium, additional lighting is required for their growth.

I can’t keep clear water in the aquarium, it’s cloudy all the time

Axolotls are big sluts. Even in the presence of a powerful filter, a few individuals can “mess up” a lot. Remove all food that has not been eaten in time so that it does not begin to decompose, change the water every one or two days (1/8 part).

What is the smallest tank size for axolotls?

It is not advisable to use aquariums less than 45x30x35 cm per fish.

Axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum)

What kind of pebbles can be used as substrate?

A pebble that is larger than the mouth of an axolotl is best suited for these purposes.

Can snails be placed in an axolotl aquarium?

Not a good idea, as snails do more harm than good. First, snails eat algae, which removes nitrates from the water. Second, some snails will try to gnaw the skin of axolotls, which leads to irritation. Third, they can be the source of various diseases.

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My axolotl has stopped eating. Why?

The temperature in the aquarium is most likely too high (over 24 ° C). After the temperature drops (14-22 ° C), the axolotl should start eating. If this does not help, the temperature is lowered to 5-10 ° C. This temperature is maintained for 10-14 days, and then it is gradually raised to 14-22 ° C. If this does not help, you need to take a course of antibiotic treatment, since often food refusal is caused by various diseases (bacterial infections).

Is water quality as important as they say?

Water quality is the most important component of axolotl health. An increase in ammonia in water can lead to death, and strong currents negatively affect the health of the axolotl.

Which water is better: hard or soft?

Harder water (140-240 ppm CaCO ₃) causes axolotls to thicken the mucus layer that protects the skin.

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How to lower ammonia levels in water?

To do this, lower the pH level to 6.1-6.9.

What to do if the axolotl grabbed the finger?

Do not try to free your finger yourself, wait a bit until the axolotl lets go of it, otherwise you may damage it. Axolotl teeth cannot bite through human skin.