Education
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Originally from the shallow shores of the coast of Mexico
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From the Salamander family
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Live there lives out in the larvae stage of the salamander life cycle
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Can regenerate lost limbs or gill stalks
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Do not have eyelids (hence the reason you don't want to leave a light on them for an extended time period)
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Protected by a slime coat
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Eat by inhaling everything in front of their mouth.
Axolotl Fun Facts
Axolotl Care
Habitat and Husbandry
Listed below are a few key things you will need to provide a proper habitat:
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At least 10 Gallons of tank space per axie
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At least one hide, preferably one per axie
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Bare bottom or sand floor (NO GRAVEL)
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Soft flow water filtration
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Maintain water temp 57 F- 66 F (15C-19C)
Feeding
Depending on the age of your Axolotl, you have different feeding options:
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Recently hatched - 2 inches
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Brine Shrimp
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2 inches - 4 inches
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Blood worms
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4 inches- adult
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Earthworms/ Night Crawlers
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Fortified Pellet diet
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Blood worms (as treats)
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