Axolotl care

Axolotls require a large, fully aquatic aquarium. Have a lifespan up to 15 years and require proper care. Are carnivorous, needing live or frozen prey. Water conditions must be monitored and within specific pH and temperature range. Can regenerate lost limbs, popular in research. Uncommon pets, finding a knowledgeable vet may be difficult. Grow up to 1 foot and have messy eating habits, need a large tank. Nocturnal, require special lighting. Shy, sensitive, need a peaceful environment.

Our son had been waiting for his axolotls for months. You could even say he’d been waiting for years, since that’s how long he had been asking to get them. He did his research on habitats, feeding, and care. He reminded us often how cute they were by sharing photos. He even formed an argument about how we could help a species survive extinction by keeping them since their natural habitat in the wild is all but gone. Finally, when we decided to move, we made an agreement that once we were…

In this guide, I will share practical tips and take you through everything you need to know on how to take care of Axolotls as your pets.

This is the right way to care for an axolotl. Learn the proper habitat, diet, water conditions, water temperature, and more. Axolotls are easy to take care of once you learn how.

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