06/21/2024
AXOLOTLS!!!!!!! We just got in some beautiful leucistic babies, and they are all looking super healthy! Swing by and check em out if you're interested π
Curious on how to care for these fully aquatic amphibians?? β¬οΈβ¬οΈ
πΏ First, let's cover some basics: these guys will require at LEAST a 20gal long aquarium, their average adult size averages 10"-12", and if cared for properly can even live past 20 years old!! These are FULLY aquatic salamanders, the stress of metamorphosing (undergoing a natural biological change to a different stage in developmental growth) to a terrestrial salamander will greatly shorten their lifespan.
π Now, for care requirements: minimal flow is ideal, but you don't want stagnant water, so it's best to go with an air pump powered sponge filter. These guys might sell like hot cakes, but they like their water pretty cold (65Β°-68Β°F)!! So no heater required for this tank. Their diet consists of various types of worms (blood worms, earth worms, black worms, etc.), but you can also find axolotl specific pellet food. A major thing to note: stress can be lethal to these guys, and handling should never be done unless it's an absolute emergency.
Always do your research! Know what you're getting yourself into! Enjoy your animals! βπΌ