Jul 4, 2008 #2 Nope, sorry! It’s an albino variant with pinkish-white skin and bright red gills. Do not use a tank light because that is another source of heat. If it is not possible to have Qty 2 Water Dragon then put a feeder fish in with your Water Dragon. The average size of an Axolotl is about 10 inches in length when fully grown. It is a neotenic salamander, meaning that it is sexually mature while still in the larval life stage and, therefore, never converts into the terrestrial form. Depends how big your tank is, but yes you usually can. Axolotls enjoy other Axolotls as tank mates once they are longer than 4-5 inches in length. So if you don’t want your axolotl to lose their gills or their heads, it is not advisable to put them with anything larger than them. Just do a 70% water change to bring nitrates down before putting the axolotl in (because it’s probably skyhigh right now). The best way to cut the slate is with a wet saw. We're getting one soon and I've been researching them for awhile now- every site I've come across has said 10 gallons per axolotl. Then, there’s the Melanoid Axolotl with its black skin and dark gills. The recommended minimum for axolotls is 10 gallons per axolotl They rarely grow longer than 10-12 inches, and do not follow the same rules as fish when it comes to tank sizes. my axolotl is bigger doesn't and Attack anything so i don't see why the turtles would Attack it it is much cooler and bigger. One of the most widespread morphs in the trade is the Leucistic Axolotl. By Destiny, 4 years ago on Amphibians & Reptiles. Forget the live plants, they're boring. The axolotl can stay in the fridge for however long it takes for their health to improve. For example after setting up my tank he told me I didn’t have to wait longer than an hour after putting in the products to promote healthy bacteria or the water conditioner to put my axolotl in his new home, now I’m seeing all these posts about cycling, ammonia, ph balances and nitrate. These large fishes can potentially gobble up your axolotl. i was told that turtles do Attack fish but only if it is smaller than the Turtle. And yes, you can put 50 fish in a 5 gallon tank, IF, you keep the water clean. Taller tanks put more water pressure on the axolotl and give less side to side swimming room. A word of advice when it comes to choosing a size: more important than getting hung up on exact rules is ensuring your water and environment is suitable for your pet. If you have an old aquarium or if you don’t much care for fish, you can still put your tank to good use as a house for all kinds of different pets. Axolotls younger than 3 inches tend to have a survival mechanism where they will eat anything moving, even other Axolotls which can inflict serious damage. You can put pebbles in the the tank if you want, but just make sure they are clean and larger than your axolotls' head, because they have a nasty habit of swallowing anything they can fit in their mouths, sometimes leading to choking, which can lead to death. A small busy tank is far more interesting than a huge tank with only a few fish. Having too many axolotls in your tank can cause issues like lost limbs and even death. Aquarium Snail. On a side note, if you happen to have your axolotls’ gills chewed away, don’t panic. Also an Axolotls will eat any thing they can fit in their month including other smaller Axolotls. If you have a filter with the axolotl's I advise wedging a pre-filter onto the intake tube (sponge, panty hose, etc) to avoid the sand from messing with the impeller. 1,223 1.2K. If anyone has any info on Axolotls or on the possibility of keepng them in a community tank then i would love to know what you think. You can add some fake or real plants to your tank, but remember to keep them soft in order to prevent skin tears. First, make sure you consider your tank size. When they are adults it is okay to mix adult females and males Water Dragons (Axolotls) together. They are quite independent and don’t require a lot of attention. Powerful filters that create strong currents can stress an axolotl. Danios are good to start with.. Other companies like Fluval also supply similar filter media. Make sure that there is ¼ less than actual size. If you have an Adult Water Dragon (Axolotl) you can have two Axolotls in a 10 gallon tank. One thing to keep in mind when keeping fish with axolotls is that those long flowy gills can start to look like food to just about any fish who’s hungry enough. Water Dragons are social animals so you need to have at least Qty 2 in a 10 gallon fish tank. Provide a Suitable Substrate . I advise transferring the water from the tank into a rubbermaid container, adding the sand, then put back the old water. The perfect environment for your Water Dragons – Axolotl is a basement (below ground level) especially if it is not heated. Too little space doesn’t simply result in the growth of your axolotl being stunted. Average Size. Some people consider gravel, but your Axolotl is likely to consume anything that fits into its mouth, and this includes bits of gravel! But if you must house them together with other creatures, here are some of your best options: Snails. Eheim's "Ehfi-Substrat" is a sintered glass that performs this function. Joined Dec 2, 2006 Messages 1,411 Reaction score 0 Location Essex,UK. https://www.instructables.com/How-to-Set-Up-an-Axolotl-Tank The axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) is one of the most fascinating animals you can ever put in your aquarium. I have some baby axolotls I am raising from eggs and I am trying to decide how many I can keep. The axolotl's metabolism is slowed right down during fridging so you may find that the axolotl will not eat while being fridged (which is why fridging is not appropriate if you are trying to encourage the axolotl's appetite) but, advantageously, weight loss is slowed as well. I had two axolotls in one tank, and they were fine together, although one bit the leg off the other once. Thus, you'll want to pick a variety that is known for being a good cycling fish and start with a small number. The most important factor is to make sure your tank is the right size for the chosen animal you are thinking of trying to keep. connorsbala Leader Of The Seahorse's! The axolotl (/ ˈ æ k s ə l ɒ t əl /; from Classical Nahuatl: āxōlōtl [aːˈʃoːloːtɬ] ()), Ambystoma mexicanum, also known as the Mexican walking fish, is a neotenic salamander related to the tiger salamander. When you see ammonia and nitrites being completely consumed within 24hrs (meaning if ammonia and nitrites become 0 the very next day), then it means your tank is cycled and you can now welcome your axolotls into their new home! Later, once the bacteria have grown, you can slowly add more fish of different types. However, if you choose to have a filter on the tank, the filtration rate should be slow. Bring your tank with you to the home improvement center so that they can cut the slate to fit inside diameter of your tank. You can buy filter media that is porous, and therefore has a surprisingly large surface area for bacteria. Put the cut slate in boiling water for 20 minutes to remove any bacteria, dust and dirt that may be on the slate. For example: You are cleaning your tank and you get all the waste out. If you decide to house your Axolotls together with shrimps, ensure to keep the two species separated for about 30 days to curb the spreading of diseases. Mar 26, 2019 - Discover what fish you can you put with Axolotls, if you can have more than one in the same tank, if they can be mixed with Plecostomus, best temperature, diet, best tank … Jan 13, 2019 - Discover what fish you can you put with Axolotls, if you can have more than one in the same tank, if they can be mixed with Plecostomus, best temperature, diet, best tank … The most important thing you can do to support your Axolotl’s health is to provide clean water and good diet. For this reason, young axolotls, less than 4-5 inches in length, shouldn't be kept together in confined spaces. (Got it used for $20, only reason why I'm not using a long tank) Is it possible to keep 4 in this tank or would 3 be better? Clay pottery in an Axolotl tank . For instance, protozoan parasites such as Costia and Trichodina can make Axolotls excrete excess skin mucus. You can get a Copper Axolotl, which has an orange hue with bright red gills. So, go for something that is subtle so you can see the Axolotl but not cause any unnecessary stress. I use it in combination with the 2231's standard filter pads. Keep the water clean by getting a filter for a 50 gallon tank. Axolotls can grow to be quite large, meaning each creature will need at least ten gallons – and then more as you increase the size of your population. Small water snails like Ramshorn snails, apple snails, or bladder snails can share a tank with Axolotls, albeit with limitations. Yes, Axolotls can’t choke on shrimps. ok i have an axolotl in a tank with fish already but that tank gets to hot for my axolotl so i was wondering if it is ok to put the axolotl in the tank with turtles in it. Another thing you have to think about is the most suitable substrate for your Axolotl tank. That means you have to continue to let the siphon or vacuum sit into the water so another 1.5 gallons can leave making it a total of 2.5 (25%) of water was taken out. In your case since you are housing an Axolotl, you will need to discard the fish or get some small enough for your Axolotl to snack on. Or they may chew away your axolotl gills or fins. Axolotls cannot be kept with other fish because fish like to nip at the Axolotls gills. After all the waste is out you realize you only took out 1 gallon of water in total. The answer, surprisingly, is yes — you just need to choose your fish carefully. However, you do see Axolotls with small feeder fish, but these feeder fish are being used as a live food source for the Axolotl. Most owners find a filtered aquarium is easier to maintain because unfiltered water needs frequent changing to remove waste. Best Tank Mates for Axolotls and Guppies . If you maintain 68° temperature you can expect a long life for your Axolotl. 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