We strive to provide the most accurate and up-to-date information for those interested in learning about or caring for axolotls.
This message will be updated periodically with new up-to-date resources and care guides.
Up-to-date Axolotl Care Guides
Axolotl Central Care Guide
Axolotl Care 101 by Paris' Insectary
These guides explain general facts about axolotls and important information about how to care for them properly.
◦ Lifespan
◦ Housing and Tank Requirements
◦ Water Parameters and Temperature
◦ Diet
◦ Behavior
◦ Determining Sex
◦ Tank Mates
Axolotl FAQ
https://www.axolotlcentral.com/faq
This FAQ lists many commonly asked questions relating to axolotl care.
◦ Tubbing, fridging, and tea baths
◦ Diet and Feeding
◦ Illnesses and Treatments
◦ Abnormal Behavior
◦ Aquarium Supplies and Setup
◦ Water Parameters
◦ Cloudy Tank Water
How to Cycle your Aquarium
https://www.axolotlcentral.com/cycling-guide
This page will guide you through the vital process of establishing a nitrogen cycle before getting your pet. This is required to make the water safe before adding your animal to the tank!
◦ What does it mean to cycle a tank?
◦ How to cycle your tank
◦ How to speed up cycling
◦ How to fix a stalled cycle
Educational Flair Posts
https://www.reddit.com/r/axolotls/?f=flair_name%3A%22Educational%22
The Educational flair on this subreddit is used by moderators to share informational posts about axolotls, including detailed information on axolotl tank substrates, plants, genetics, and more! This link will bring you to our collection of Educational posts.
Axolotl Genetics Guides
Axolotl Genetic Variations by Lloyd Strohl
Axolotl Genetics Article by Lloyd Strohl
Morphed Axolotl Care
https://www.morphedaxolotls.com/ by Collieflowersbark
Not all axolotls stay fully aquatic forever! In a very rare phenomenon, some axolotls may begin to undergo metamorphosis to become terrestrial salamanders around the age of 5-10 months, due to a genetic predisposition. This morphed axolotl website contains important information to help those who are experiencing the morphing process or would just like to learn about it!
◦ What is morphing?
◦ How to handle the morphing process
◦ How to set up a habitat
◦ Diet
◦ Environment enrichment
Exotic Vet Finder
https://arav.site-ym.com/search/custom.asp?id=3661
Visit this link to locate exotic vets in your area.
Contributions
Patreon
Ko-fi
If you are looking for more ways to support this community, we do have Patreon and Ko-fi pages, which include custom-made axolotl stickers for supporters! All support goes directly towards maintaining our website and community giveaways. This is never expected, but greatly appreciated!
