Reminder to everyone that axolotls are critically endangered in the wild! Usually it's okay to get them as pets as long as, as said in the video, they come from a reputable seller that does not use wild ones, but also consider donating or helping protect the axolotls themselves!
No axolotls in the pet trade come from the wild. They're so endangered in the wild, they're pretty much never found. They're on the verge of being declared extinct in the wild. And they're super, SUPER easy to breed in captivity. People end up with hundreds of eggs in their tanks 1-2 times a year without even intentionally breeding them. Taking them from the wild--even if it were possible, and it's not, since they're THAT endangered--would be 100x more difficult and costly than just selling captive bred ones.
I need therapy after infinity war it's debatable. People have found "pet" axolotls in the Mexican lake where wild ones are found, but there is debate on whether to call these captive bred pet ones that have been released, actual wild axolotls. Scientists usually specify how the actual wild ones are extinct/ probably extinct in the wild however reintroduced ones have taken their place.
Considering truly wild axolotls are only found in the Mexican lake/river, I sincerely doubt anyone, except for Mexicans, will ever have the ability to buy a wild caught axolotl. Especially because they usually die in transportation. Unfortunately the pet trade has probably contributed largely to the decline in wild axolotls for obvious reasons, as with hunting on purpose and accident, and then the famous salamander mucous scam.
I remember seeing one of these in a petshop one day. Both my mom and i were infatuated by it. However i refused to take it home because i didn't know how to properly take care of it. I really didn't expect it to be this simple.
It's not, 10 gallons rll isn't enough I recomend at least 30 gallons for one of em. They need a very good diet with live food frozen and pellets I recomend live food feeding earthworms locusts and
@@Living.Fossils sorry I know I’m late but can axolotls actually eat locusts because I have some for my frogs and I was wondering if it was safe to feed him a couple
Here is a basic axolotl careguide for prospective owners! Tank size: 20 gal minimum water volume +200 square inches of floor space for one adult axolotl. 10 gallons + 200 sq in for every added adult. (20 gal long is great for one axie and easily available!) _ Temperature: 58-68 degrees f. 58-65 is ideal. Never higher than 70 degrees f _ Diet: earth worms (nightcrawlers/red wigglers or other varieties.) or sinking salmon pellets. _ Treats: krill, prawns, raw fish, mussels, crustaceans. Under no circumstance should you feed any type of mammalian or poultry meat. _ Size: 8-14 inches fully grown _ Lifespan: 10-20 years _ Substrate: bare bottom or sand. Slate, tile or false grass is also an option. Juveniles under 4 inches shouldnt be kept on sand due to impaction risk. Absolutely no gravel or rocks. Gravel and rocks smaller than approx 2x your adult axies head pose a choking and Impaction risk. _ Filtration: low flow with a speed of 10x gph minimum (canister, hob, or sponge filter) I personally recommend fluval aquaclear filters. I've been using them for years and they are the best hobs on the market! _ Tank mates: species only! Cannot be kept with other fish or amphibians. Axolotls housed together much be of the same head size or they will cannibalize each other. Males and females should not be housed unless breeding _ Other considerations: how to complete the nitrogen cycle before you get your lotl. How to effectively cool your tank in summer or in case of a power outtage. Purchase a liquid aquarium test kit to monitor parameters and schedule appropriate water changes. Exotic vet and medication.
I feel like axolotls need more space? Like the one in the vid seems tiny? Is city like snakes, they don’t really need much space. If I got an axie I would think they needed like 1mx1m
I wanna get an Axolotl, and I think this comment is really useful, but I want a second opinion, coz it's nice to have. So If any Axolotl keepers have any comments, it would be really helpful!
It's not up for debate. Anyone who keeps aquariums knows that there are other factors besides water temperature. You have to cycle your tank for a month or two before you get your pet or it will die. If it doesn't, then you got lucky.
@signoguns uh...why? And why so strongly? Particularly since tank cycling to establish healthy bacteria is essential for most, if not absolutely all aquariums, what alternative are you suggesting that there is?
Most of this is pretty accurate, but a few things were off. Minimum 20, not minimum 10. Also, you don't just treat your tank them plop your axolotl in. You have to cycle the tank FIRST or else you'll risk ammonia spikes, incorrect nitrate and nitrite levels, etc. If you acquire an axolotl before you have a cycled tank, do not put then in. Keep them in a tub with daily 100% water changes while your tank cycles to ensure there are no ammonia spikes.
Very important right here!! Also important that once it's cycled, you NEVER want to change all the filter media at once like this video is suggesting. That can crash your cycle which will also result in ammonia/nitrite spikes which can kill your pet.
Also never use wood, there are organisms that harm the axolotls. And never any water additionals, if there is chlorin in your tab water, find another source. Only because those things don‘t harm fish, it‘s not the same for amphibians. Grown up axolotls enjoy company, best is to keep one male with two females.
Some stuff she forgot to mention: Make sure your tank cycles for at least 3 weeks before putting them into the tank. Get your water tested at a local pet store OR you can test it yourself with water testing strips/kits, which I suggest. Also, don’t feed your Axolotl every day. They take at least 24 hours to digest their food. Only feed them 3-4 times a week. And finally, don’t use frozen brine shrimp or frozen bloodworms for a regular meal for your Axolotl. Only a young Axolotl can eat those as a regular diet. Once your Axolotl reaches about 4-5 inches, switch their diet to earthworms and sinking carnivore pellets. If you feed your adult Axolotl bloodworms, then they can get over weight very fast.
I have an axolotl, his name is Perry and I'm thinking of getting another one because they're so cute. Thanks for making this video, it helped me out a lot!
Man, I love love love these animals! I wouldn’t buy one for myself because if anything happened to it I would be devastated. These are actually my favorite aquatic animal because they are just so unique and I always find myself appreciating the obscurity of animals like axolotls :)
oh no, he got spooked by his worm XD I love them so much, they're so silly and cute. I like it when they try to eat, but they aren't very good at hunting accurately sometimes.
You should definitely put very very very very very very very fine sand because it won't cause impaction and axolotls get stressed if the have nothing to grip on to at the bottom of the tank.I recommend using a sponge filter because they does not move as munch so it does not stress them out.
Finally! An axolotl guide that is short yet thorough! I just got mine today, and the breeder got me all confused on how to take care of them. Thanks so much!
wow, the only pet that would adore my room, i keep my a/c set for 60 but the door is open to cool the room outside my room a bit too. so my room is probably 64 degrees.
I've been doing research and trying to set up a tank off and on for about a year now. I have a 20 gal long tank (that I bought all the correct decor and water care for) and tried to cycle the dechlorinated water for 3-4 weeks and the ammonia and nitrite levels were extremely high and wouldn't come down. I decided it was best for me to take my tank down and wait for a more opportune time to try again because if I hadn't checked the levels, the axie most likely would have past away or at best have been stressed and gotten very ill. It's important to do your research and test the water thoroughly everytime you do a water change or even just forget to clean the tank after some leftover food has been floating around. While some fish may seem like they never die even in the worst conditions and some axies may be durable, they're typically more sensitive creatures and it is of the upmost importance that you watch the pH and other chemicals in the water regularly. While she does a great job at making it simple to set up a tank, she did not go in depth enough for the viewers out there who may want to impulse buy an axolotl who have the means to do so. These lil guys live up to 15 years. That's the same as a dog. They're not just cute and cool to look at, they're literally a water puppy that you need to have the proper environment for in order for them to live their life to the fullest. I'm moving away to college soon and while I have tried to set up my tank and failed in the past, it's for the best because adopting a pet (even a fish) is a big responsibility and I would not have been able to provide the proper care for one if I were to move away now. Sorry this comment is so long but these guys are my dream pet and while it really sucks not being able to get one while I have all the resources available to me. You need to do extensive research on a pet before buying it so you know the proper care and are able to give them the happiest life possible. Thanks if you made it this far :)
My parents have had a total of 6 axies (two passing from catching ick), and as we house all four of them in the one tank we need a *TON* of room for them. I'm not sure the volume of the tank, nor the dimensions, but it's huge and takes up a decent portion of the living room. We keep four at a time, so when they do pass, we acquire a new one in its place as well. I've named all six of them, but the longest living axies are Camo and Speedy. RIP Pinkie and Batman. Newest additions are Toothless and (Jon)Snow, though Snow is quite aggressive so we've had to split him from the rest. At first, it was a smaller tank, but now we have a tank divider to keep him from the other three. Whilst this was a good, informative video, the information is slightly wrong; the tank needs to be cycled before the axies can be put in the tank. Plus, the more axies, the more frequent the cleaning, same as cleaning a litter box more frequently if you have multiple cats. Another thing, the feeding schedule is off, as depending on the meal you should space them. Axies tend to chub up pretty fast, so daily feedings aren't recommended unless they're receiving small meals. Usually, we space meals anywhere from 3-6 days, as they'll be fed pellets in the day and either a few bloodworms or an earthworm each at night. There should have also been some mention of breeding habits and signs of when males are ready to mate, as some people may be looking into getting more than one and could either be surprised at the sight of eggs or worried if they spot their male's tail bent upwards. And knowledge on a stressed axie would have been helpful also, as many beginners don't know that a bent tail is a sign of stress, or that if they're floating and can't touch the floor they'll stress too. Plus some info on illnesses they can catch is a topic all axie owners should know. It's quite sad to lose them, especially to something like ick, which can be treated. However you covered the contents of the video quite well, and it's pretty accurate as a beginning guide. Anyone wanting axolotls should, however, look into other resources just to get a wide variety of knowledge.
That's basically what Axolotols are. They are Salamanders that *lack the ability to create the enzyme that makes them metamorphosize so they stay looking like juveniles for their entire lives. *I've heard that they very rarely will morph but it's so rare I'm not 100% sure it isn't just an urban legend. They also apparently won't do it right and will die shortly after.
While these are some pretty neat advises, I disagree with a couple of them. First, a "no substrate" strategy is not a good strategy when maintaining an axolotl. Axolotls are nocturnal animals, they don't like strong light. The floor of the aquarium being made of glass, it reflects a lot of light, which can stress the axolotl. You also mentioned some product to get rid of the chloride in tap water. While you are perfectly right about getting rid of the chloride, I don't think anyone should use products to do this when maintaining an Axolotl. It just may be me being an old fart, but I would not recommend it. Unlike fishes, Axolotls don't have scales to protect themselves from their environment. In fact, Axolotls use their skin to "breeze", thus exchanging a lot with their environment. Putting chemicals in the water can be dangerous for Axolotls unless clearly stated on the products that it is Axolotl-safe. To get rid of the chloride, just let the water rest for 36-48 hours ; the chloride will evaporate by itself. You mentioned it in your video, but water changes should be every week, not every month. Just wanted to make sure this part is clear to everyone. NO DRIFT WOOD IN AN AXOLOTL TANK. These release tannin in the water, which is slightly toxic for Axolotls and decrease the pH of the water. However, as you already stated, real plants are an absolute yes in an Axolotl tank, because Axolotls pollute their water a lot, making a fuckton of nutrients for plants to grow. They also help keeping your water and substrate clean, and pretty much the whole aquarium well-balanced. And they're perfect supports for eggs. It's also a great way for your Axolotls to hide from daylight. The tank you show in this video is a little small for an Axolotl. Axolotl tend to stay on ground level, but they also like to swim, and for that they need a long aquarium. I'd say your aquarium is a 60x30x40cm. The bare minimum for an Axolotl would be 80x30x40cm. DO NOT feed them once a day. This is extremely bad for their health. Axolotls have a slow metabolism. Feeding them once a day would be like having a person eating snacks all day long. At the very most, adult Axolotls need to be fed twice a week. And finally, you did put your Axolotl directly into the tank in this video. It is important to note that this is NOT the correct way to do this, as it severely stresses the Axolotl. You have to give them time to accommodate to their new water, make sure the change in temperature and chemical composition is not too brutal before putting them in the tank. I don't know if you did this beforehand, but since this video is for new/future Axolotl owners, it is important to note. Other than that, I pretty much agree with everything else and I think these are some good baselines for new Axolotl owners.
As long as it is not cedar, pine or oak, driftwood is not really an issue. If you are really worried about tannins you could always soak or boil it ahead of time to remove them.
Darnetal Çayprivay I agree with what you’ve said, I’d like to add in information on filter care. Using cartridges and throwing them out is getting rid of bacteria that take a key role in the nitrogen cycle and bleaching filter material does the same thing causing ammonia spikes etc.
A lot of your information is false. Axolotls are not nocturnal animals. The reason strong light isn't suggested is because they have no eyelids but hides or plants allow them to leave the light when they need to. Also, you Absolutely need to remove chlorine from your tank. Just like a fish, it will burn their skin and gills. Chloramine doesn't not gas off in 24-48 hours and requires treatment to remove. Tannins are not toxic to them at all. Not sure where you got that info seeing as tannins are very heavy in their natural habitat. Leaves, wood, dried grass, nuts etc all release tannins. All which is found in their native habitat. Axoltols thrive in a range of pH. What's important is the mineral content and hardness of the water.
Also glass does not reflect on their side. On your side, yes because the water causes reflection off the glass but it's no different than when you're looking down into the tank. There is no reflections.
Thank you for making this video because I have been wanting an axolotl but I don’t know where to find information it I have learned so much from your videos so I know that this is true information and what I should use.
great video! very informative. but, instead of throwing away the storebought filters, just rinse them thourpughly under hot water while tapping them against the bottom of your sink. the filter will be cleaned, and can be used again. :) at least for tetras, which are now over 5 years old by doing this.
@@taproductions4377 It's an axolotl she is miseducated. Her axolotl has GFP which is a telltale sign that it is in fact an axololt. She believes it's a neotenic tiger salamander (ambystoma tigrinum) but she is mistaken. There are several anatomical factors along side the fact that it's GFP that prove it is indeed an axolotl.
A-X-O-L-O-T-L MY TIME HAS COME TO BURN I ENVOKE THE ANCIENT POWER THAT I MAY RETURN! Am I the only one who understands this reference? Probably. Do I care? Probably not. Am I a theorist? Yes. Hotel? Trivago.
A lot of this information is wrong, especially with filtration. Some of this information is good but I recommend doing research on fish/axolotl care. Be careful with the information you receive however for snake care I do recommend this channel.
Tetra Aquariums not really I did a fact check. She is good the only part she is missing is that they are social creature so it's better to buy then in pairs and of course get a longer tank.
Completely missed cycling, literally the most vital part of keeping any aquatic animal alive and healthy. Didn't mention anything at all about testing ammonia/nitrite/nitrates. She's great with snakes, but this video is pretty dangerous for axolotls. It's adequate in most senses (temperature is great, tank size is a popular recommendation even though I personally think it's too small from my experience, feeding is good, substrate info is good, etc.) but the things that aren't accurate are life-or-death important.
@@janedeaux7385 maybe she didn't mention it because it's common sense to cycle even if it's fish or other aquatic animals. Pet stores hand out the pamphlets and most will tell anyone seeking a aquatic animal to cycle. Further more even the testing is common sense as well. If you are seeking to buy a aquatic animal you cycle and test its COMMON sense the info is literally everywhere so honestly it's no excuse and maybe that's why she didn't include it cause maybe she figured that people have common sense to do all these steps before hand. So before you bash on video or make a comment that seems like low-key bash just account the practical common sense first.
Mikado Ryūgamine “it’s common sense to cycle” it’s really not if she even talked about avoiding shocking your axolotl, or any aquatic animal. By that I mean- everyone knows about shock- not everyone knows about cycling the water. I’m not even sure she knew to cycle because she goes on keeping live plants to cut down on nitrate and nitrite levels rather than telling people how to cycle water.
If you still have it, try shining a blacklight on him. I know they don't like light, but I noticed that his eyes are green. I think he is gfp (green florescent pigment), so he should glow green if you shine a blacklight on him. Just a thought.
here is what comes up if you google "natural axolotl color" www.google.com/search?client=opera&hs=PkS&biw=1662&bih=804&tbm=isch&sa=1&ei=PiTvW9jgCY35wAKQ2IFY&q=natural+axolotl+color&oq=natural+axolotl+color&gs_l=img.3...17903.21287.0.21582.21.19.0.2.2.0.178.2102.1j17.18.0....0...1c.1.64.img..1.15.1601...0j35i39k1j0i67k1j0i8i30k1j0i30k1.0.smpvgkth118
and here is the wikipedia article for axolotls, where there is a picture of an axolotl that looks virtually identical to the one in the video :) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Axolotl
❤❤ I love ur vids and yes I have a recommendation for the lil guys. Use sand when the lotol is more than 3 inches, or the lil guy will consume the sand.
As an axolotl keeper myself, I have found that driftwood and live plants have a habit of dropping the PH of my tank drastically, and it becomes next to impossible to fix without doing a 100% water change. It should also be noted that one of my axolotls died, and another morphed, so honestly? I’m not very good at what I do, lmao. Just thought I should share my experience anyway. And yes, I am properly taking care of my morphed axolotl, he’s doing much better than he was before.
Reminder to everyone that axolotls are critically endangered in the wild! Usually it's okay to get them as pets as long as, as said in the video, they come from a reputable seller that does not use wild ones, but also consider donating or helping protect the axolotls themselves!
No axolotls in the pet trade come from the wild. They're so endangered in the wild, they're pretty much never found. They're on the verge of being declared extinct in the wild. And they're super, SUPER easy to breed in captivity. People end up with hundreds of eggs in their tanks 1-2 times a year without even intentionally breeding them. Taking them from the wild--even if it were possible, and it's not, since they're THAT endangered--would be 100x more difficult and costly than just selling captive bred ones.
Not to mention it would be straight-up illegal on every level to collect axolotls from the wild
Ruby Burns I read that they are extinct in the wild
I need therapy after infinity war it's debatable. People have found "pet" axolotls in the Mexican lake where wild ones are found, but there is debate on whether to call these captive bred pet ones that have been released, actual wild axolotls. Scientists usually specify how the actual wild ones are extinct/ probably extinct in the wild however reintroduced ones have taken their place.
Considering truly wild axolotls are only found in the Mexican lake/river, I sincerely doubt anyone, except for Mexicans, will ever have the ability to buy a wild caught axolotl. Especially because they usually die in transportation. Unfortunately the pet trade has probably contributed largely to the decline in wild axolotls for obvious reasons, as with hunting on purpose and accident, and then the famous salamander mucous scam.
I remember seeing one of these in a petshop one day. Both my mom and i were infatuated by it. However i refused to take it home because i didn't know how to properly take care of it.
I really didn't expect it to be this simple.
It's not, 10 gallons rll isn't enough I recomend at least 30 gallons for one of em. They need a very good diet with live food frozen and pellets I recomend live food feeding earthworms locusts and
It’s not...
@@Living.Fossils sorry I know I’m late but can axolotls actually eat locusts because I have some for my frogs and I was wondering if it was safe to feed him a couple
Its not very simple, they get the SAME DISEASE every week or so mostly, she just forgot to cover it
Also you need to cycle the tank properly before you put ur axolotl in there
“The worm scared him”
He reminds me of my cat lmao
Same my cat would do that
I’m sooooo thinking about getting one. And yes. I will be naming it toothless.
I know like 50 people who named there axolotl toothless.😂
Poor bois have undeveloped teeth...
OMG WHEN I GET ONE I WAS GONNA NAME IT THAT OH MAH GAWDS
I just got an axolotl
His name's Ripper
Mine are named toothless,pocky,mochi,and light furry
Here is a basic axolotl careguide for prospective owners!
Tank size: 20 gal minimum water volume +200 square inches of floor space for one adult axolotl. 10 gallons + 200 sq in for every added adult. (20 gal long is great for one axie and easily available!)
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Temperature: 58-68 degrees f. 58-65 is ideal. Never higher than 70 degrees f
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Diet: earth worms (nightcrawlers/red wigglers or other varieties.) or sinking salmon pellets.
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Treats: krill, prawns, raw fish, mussels, crustaceans. Under no circumstance should you feed any type of mammalian or poultry meat.
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Size: 8-14 inches fully grown
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Lifespan: 10-20 years
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Substrate: bare bottom or sand. Slate, tile or false grass is also an option. Juveniles under 4 inches shouldnt be kept on sand due to impaction risk. Absolutely no gravel or rocks. Gravel and rocks smaller than approx 2x your adult axies head pose a choking and Impaction risk.
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Filtration: low flow with a speed of 10x gph minimum (canister, hob, or sponge filter) I personally recommend fluval aquaclear filters. I've been using them for years and they are the best hobs on the market!
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Tank mates: species only! Cannot be kept with other fish or amphibians. Axolotls housed together much be of the same head size or they will cannibalize each other. Males and females should not be housed unless breeding
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Other considerations: how to complete the nitrogen cycle before you get your lotl. How to effectively cool your tank in summer or in case of a power outtage. Purchase a liquid aquarium test kit to monitor parameters and schedule appropriate water changes. Exotic vet and medication.
I don’t have an axie but this looks like some great information for the people who do
I feel like axolotls need more space? Like the one in the vid seems tiny? Is city like snakes, they don’t really need much space. If I got an axie I would think they needed like 1mx1m
I wanna get an Axolotl, and I think this comment is really useful, but I want a second opinion, coz it's nice to have.
So If any Axolotl keepers have any comments, it would be really helpful!
@@lisabriggs9064 you can verify this info on most webpages but there are plenty of good Facebook groups but also Amdersonaquatics.com
How do you keep it at the right temperature?
Please cycle your tank before your Axolotl. It’s really important!
Cycle your tank first*
She did at the beginning she said what temperature the tank should be around
It's not up for debate. Anyone who keeps aquariums knows that there are other factors besides water temperature. You have to cycle your tank for a month or two before you get your pet or it will die. If it doesn't, then you got lucky.
@signoguns uh...why? And why so strongly? Particularly since tank cycling to establish healthy bacteria is essential for most, if not absolutely all aquariums, what alternative are you suggesting that there is?
No cause where does he /she live then hmmm answer me now
Most of this is pretty accurate, but a few things were off. Minimum 20, not minimum 10. Also, you don't just treat your tank them plop your axolotl in. You have to cycle the tank FIRST or else you'll risk ammonia spikes, incorrect nitrate and nitrite levels, etc. If you acquire an axolotl before you have a cycled tank, do not put then in. Keep them in a tub with daily 100% water changes while your tank cycles to ensure there are no ammonia spikes.
Very important right here!! Also important that once it's cycled, you NEVER want to change all the filter media at once like this video is suggesting. That can crash your cycle which will also result in ammonia/nitrite spikes which can kill your pet.
Also never use wood, there are organisms that harm the axolotls. And never any water additionals, if there is chlorin in your tab water, find another source. Only because those things don‘t harm fish, it‘s not the same for amphibians. Grown up axolotls enjoy company, best is to keep one male with two females.
do they do well In 33 gal?
krombopulos rick yes
and the water in the tub is not cycled or what... i dont understand where the difference is
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You stink DrEvilCheezi
Amazing 😂😂
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*INITIATE DEMONIC ORANGE MOM*
DrEvilCheezi exactly what I thought lol
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Some stuff she forgot to mention:
Make sure your tank cycles for at least 3 weeks before putting them into the tank. Get your water tested at a local pet store OR you can test it yourself with water testing strips/kits, which I suggest.
Also, don’t feed your Axolotl every day. They take at least 24 hours to digest their food. Only feed them 3-4 times a week.
And finally, don’t use frozen brine shrimp or frozen bloodworms for a regular meal for your Axolotl. Only a young Axolotl can eat those as a regular diet. Once your Axolotl reaches about 4-5 inches, switch their diet to earthworms and sinking carnivore pellets. If you feed your adult Axolotl bloodworms, then they can get over weight very fast.
Whats that Pokemon!?!?
"PIKACHU!"
"It's... Mudkip!"
"FUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUU"
GODLY VINE
Me: ITS *MUDKIP!!!!!*
Not me: axlotles aren't Pokemon and mudkips are based on mudpuppies
Me: fu
It’s a Wooper
Its mudkip
every axolotl should be called mudkip
Mine's called Kip after the pokemon. Am I cool yet? .3.
Mine was called Wooper
ah a fellow left libertarian
XD
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Prob the best breeder and reptile channel. You actually care about the snakes and other animals and it’s admirable
I have an axolotl, his name is Perry and I'm thinking of getting another one because they're so cute. Thanks for making this video, it helped me out a lot!
Where can I order some?
JPs Pet nation i have 5 axoltls
Can you handle them
Give him a hat on Halloween and call him Agent P.
My axlotl name Is Scarlet
Man, I love love love these animals! I wouldn’t buy one for myself because if anything happened to it I would be devastated. These are actually my favorite aquatic animal because they are just so unique and I always find myself appreciating the obscurity of animals like axolotls :)
oh no, he got spooked by his worm XD
I love them so much, they're so silly and cute. I like it when they try to eat, but they aren't very good at hunting accurately sometimes.
Brings a smile to my face to see they have still continued their dreams and are even are getting a reptarium it's great and I hope you guys keep going
My neighbor is a biology professor and she had used Axolotls in her lab and needs one to go to a home, this is very helpful and I might be taking it😆
DO MORE RESEARCH THAN JUST THIS VIDEO. axolotl.org is a good source of information.
I'm an axolotl expert and this is the best video on care I've seen. Love this
FEELS LKE IM WEARIN NUTHIN AT ALL
But y tho??
😂
Stupid sexy Flanders...
@@mannduh2430 I played that back on 0.25 because I was like "k, wtf was that?"
Hahaha yes
You should definitely put very very very very very very very fine sand because it won't cause impaction and axolotls get stressed if the have nothing to grip on to at the bottom of the tank.I recommend using a sponge filter because they does not move as munch so it does not stress them out.
I’m so glad I found this video, im about to get a few axolotls here in a month. Thank you so much for this helpful guide!!
Nothing at all! 😂. Love the hidden gem.
Finally! An axolotl guide that is short yet thorough! I just got mine today, and the breeder got me all confused on how to take care of them. Thanks so much!
wow, the only pet that would adore my room, i keep my a/c set for 60 but the door is open to cool the room outside my room a bit too. so my room is probably 64 degrees.
Skink Knitter 17 Celsius
One of the best care videos I've seen on axololts! A+ thank you 💛
I have always wanted an axolotl. I just don’t know how to keep the water at the right temperature.
It's called a heater or aquarium chiller.
Funny enough, as long as you keep the water at room temperature, it'll be alright! I have mine in my dorm room and don't have a chiller or a heater.
You can buy heaters with the lowest setting being 65 which is what I have for mine
The Spook use a cooling fan and make sure you keep a thermometer in there to make sure it stays at 66•F roughly.
Axolotls like 60-64 degrees water I use a fan, like an aquarium fan or a computer fan will work well.
I've been doing research and trying to set up a tank off and on for about a year now. I have a 20 gal long tank (that I bought all the correct decor and water care for) and tried to cycle the dechlorinated water for 3-4 weeks and the ammonia and nitrite levels were extremely high and wouldn't come down. I decided it was best for me to take my tank down and wait for a more opportune time to try again because if I hadn't checked the levels, the axie most likely would have past away or at best have been stressed and gotten very ill. It's important to do your research and test the water thoroughly everytime you do a water change or even just forget to clean the tank after some leftover food has been floating around. While some fish may seem like they never die even in the worst conditions and some axies may be durable, they're typically more sensitive creatures and it is of the upmost importance that you watch the pH and other chemicals in the water regularly. While she does a great job at making it simple to set up a tank, she did not go in depth enough for the viewers out there who may want to impulse buy an axolotl who have the means to do so. These lil guys live up to 15 years. That's the same as a dog. They're not just cute and cool to look at, they're literally a water puppy that you need to have the proper environment for in order for them to live their life to the fullest. I'm moving away to college soon and while I have tried to set up my tank and failed in the past, it's for the best because adopting a pet (even a fish) is a big responsibility and I would not have been able to provide the proper care for one if I were to move away now. Sorry this comment is so long but these guys are my dream pet and while it really sucks not being able to get one while I have all the resources available to me. You need to do extensive research on a pet before buying it so you know the proper care and are able to give them the happiest life possible. Thanks if you made it this far :)
Emily: put the tank in a cooler place in your house
My house: (every room is freezing)
My parents have had a total of 6 axies (two passing from catching ick), and as we house all four of them in the one tank we need a *TON* of room for them. I'm not sure the volume of the tank, nor the dimensions, but it's huge and takes up a decent portion of the living room. We keep four at a time, so when they do pass, we acquire a new one in its place as well. I've named all six of them, but the longest living axies are Camo and Speedy. RIP Pinkie and Batman. Newest additions are Toothless and (Jon)Snow, though Snow is quite aggressive so we've had to split him from the rest. At first, it was a smaller tank, but now we have a tank divider to keep him from the other three.
Whilst this was a good, informative video, the information is slightly wrong; the tank needs to be cycled before the axies can be put in the tank. Plus, the more axies, the more frequent the cleaning, same as cleaning a litter box more frequently if you have multiple cats. Another thing, the feeding schedule is off, as depending on the meal you should space them. Axies tend to chub up pretty fast, so daily feedings aren't recommended unless they're receiving small meals.
Usually, we space meals anywhere from 3-6 days, as they'll be fed pellets in the day and either a few bloodworms or an earthworm each at night. There should have also been some mention of breeding habits and signs of when males are ready to mate, as some people may be looking into getting more than one and could either be surprised at the sight of eggs or worried if they spot their male's tail bent upwards.
And knowledge on a stressed axie would have been helpful also, as many beginners don't know that a bent tail is a sign of stress, or that if they're floating and can't touch the floor they'll stress too. Plus some info on illnesses they can catch is a topic all axie owners should know. It's quite sad to lose them, especially to something like ick, which can be treated.
However you covered the contents of the video quite well, and it's pretty accurate as a beginning guide. Anyone wanting axolotls should, however, look into other resources just to get a wide variety of knowledge.
I thought this was a salamander that didnt morph?
It is but they behave like axwotls
Same difference.
Yeah thats what i thought
That's basically what Axolotols are. They are Salamanders that *lack the ability to create the enzyme that makes them metamorphosize so they stay looking like juveniles for their entire lives.
*I've heard that they very rarely will morph but it's so rare I'm not 100% sure it isn't just an urban legend. They also apparently won't do it right and will die shortly after.
I connect with them on a different level. My spirit animal
i have 2 axolotls . they need xtreme clean water. more like a 30% water change 2x a week! not once a month.
Sabine Augstein she corrects herself in notations during the video.
I love axolotls! Such cuties! Thanks for the video.
okay but who else went back to see what flashed in the corner? XD
NOTHING AT ALL
1:20 xD
*1:19* feels like im wearin nothin at all STUPID SEXY FLANDARS
Guilty xD
I saw it -_-
Wow! Thank you! I am thinking of adopting an axolotl so this video is perfect!! 🤩🤩
**paused on a sweet Flanders meme**
AMysteriousScientist **Flanders
Laughing out loud like a freak at him getting spooked by worm at :59!! What a cutie!!! 😂
0:55 when you try to play with a really high ping
I just got an axolotl today and I'm super excited
I misread this and thought it said "How to Care for Abortions"
😂
Eel Queen it’s a joke you dumb bitch
Jake Dows why are you being rude? They literally weren’t even talking to you
soul food really
Jake Dows calm down creep
This made me love this channel even more. My favourite animal is the axolotl !
Wow... he just bolted faster than Usane Bolt (idk if I spelled that right) 0:58
Woulda been funner if you made a pun. "That was usane, he bolted so fast!"
Eh? Eh? No? Fuck all yall then
I own 1 cat.
0 reptiles.
Yet I still
love ur
channel.
While these are some pretty neat advises, I disagree with a couple of them.
First, a "no substrate" strategy is not a good strategy when maintaining an axolotl. Axolotls are nocturnal animals, they don't like strong light. The floor of the aquarium being made of glass, it reflects a lot of light, which can stress the axolotl.
You also mentioned some product to get rid of the chloride in tap water. While you are perfectly right about getting rid of the chloride, I don't think anyone should use products to do this when maintaining an Axolotl. It just may be me being an old fart, but I would not recommend it. Unlike fishes, Axolotls don't have scales to protect themselves from their environment. In fact, Axolotls use their skin to "breeze", thus exchanging a lot with their environment. Putting chemicals in the water can be dangerous for Axolotls unless clearly stated on the products that it is Axolotl-safe. To get rid of the chloride, just let the water rest for 36-48 hours ; the chloride will evaporate by itself.
You mentioned it in your video, but water changes should be every week, not every month. Just wanted to make sure this part is clear to everyone.
NO DRIFT WOOD IN AN AXOLOTL TANK. These release tannin in the water, which is slightly toxic for Axolotls and decrease the pH of the water. However, as you already stated, real plants are an absolute yes in an Axolotl tank, because Axolotls pollute their water a lot, making a fuckton of nutrients for plants to grow. They also help keeping your water and substrate clean, and pretty much the whole aquarium well-balanced. And they're perfect supports for eggs. It's also a great way for your Axolotls to hide from daylight.
The tank you show in this video is a little small for an Axolotl. Axolotl tend to stay on ground level, but they also like to swim, and for that they need a long aquarium. I'd say your aquarium is a 60x30x40cm. The bare minimum for an Axolotl would be 80x30x40cm.
DO NOT feed them once a day. This is extremely bad for their health. Axolotls have a slow metabolism. Feeding them once a day would be like having a person eating snacks all day long. At the very most, adult Axolotls need to be fed twice a week.
And finally, you did put your Axolotl directly into the tank in this video. It is important to note that this is NOT the correct way to do this, as it severely stresses the Axolotl. You have to give them time to accommodate to their new water, make sure the change in temperature and chemical composition is not too brutal before putting them in the tank. I don't know if you did this beforehand, but since this video is for new/future Axolotl owners, it is important to note.
Other than that, I pretty much agree with everything else and I think these are some good baselines for new Axolotl owners.
As long as it is not cedar, pine or oak, driftwood is not really an issue. If you are really worried about tannins you could always soak or boil it ahead of time to remove them.
Darnetal Çayprivay I agree with what you’ve said, I’d like to add in information on filter care. Using cartridges and throwing them out is getting rid of bacteria that take a key role in the nitrogen cycle and bleaching filter material does the same thing causing ammonia spikes etc.
A lot of your information is false. Axolotls are not nocturnal animals. The reason strong light isn't suggested is because they have no eyelids but hides or plants allow them to leave the light when they need to.
Also, you Absolutely need to remove chlorine from your tank. Just like a fish, it will burn their skin and gills. Chloramine doesn't not gas off in 24-48 hours and requires treatment to remove.
Tannins are not toxic to them at all. Not sure where you got that info seeing as tannins are very heavy in their natural habitat. Leaves, wood, dried grass, nuts etc all release tannins. All which is found in their native habitat. Axoltols thrive in a range of pH. What's important is the mineral content and hardness of the water.
Also glass does not reflect on their side. On your side, yes because the water causes reflection off the glass but it's no different than when you're looking down into the tank. There is no reflections.
But other than that I agree with the last few portions of your comment.
These good amphibians are now in my favorite game ❤
Broke: Dogs and cats are the cutest animals
*W O K E* : Axolotls are the cutest animals
Thank you for making this video because I have been wanting an axolotl but I don’t know where to find information it I have learned so much from your videos so I know that this is true information and what I should use.
Non-danger noodle is still a spooker
Axolotls are so funny to me- they might not be bright...but... that’s what makes them funny really 😂
I would defiantly would make sure the tank was cycled
Great video! I love axolotls, I have 3!!! They are my beautiful little aliens
You had a axolotl this hole time?
A friend of mine got 2 and they ended up breeding so he’s stuck with a lot of babies and I’m adopting one tomorrow! I’m so excited
Who else watching this even thought they don’t have one...
I keep yelling Axolotl at my mom :)
I yell "TECHNOLOGY"
Samez
great video! very informative.
but, instead of throwing away the storebought filters, just rinse them thourpughly under hot water while tapping them against the bottom of your sink. the filter will be cleaned, and can be used again. :) at least for tetras, which are now over 5 years old by doing this.
eco friendly for the win!
Thanks! Me and my mom have been trying to research how to care for them so we could get one! Again thank you:
Itsnt that the stunted larval salamander ?
Haha good memory! It totally is. I was pretending he was an axolotl for the sake of the video :P
@@SnakeDiscovery what species is this if not axolotl? No other species has the gfp gene and this one clearly carries it. Unless you're joking.
@@logankimball2472 what she has is salamander larvae that never evolved to a salamander. An axolotl is a Mexican salamander
@@logankimball2472 salamandridea I believe is what they call what she yas
@@taproductions4377 It's an axolotl she is miseducated. Her axolotl has GFP which is a telltale sign that it is in fact an axololt. She believes it's a neotenic tiger salamander (ambystoma tigrinum) but she is mistaken. There are several anatomical factors along side the fact that it's GFP that prove it is indeed an axolotl.
my minecraft axolotl will thank me after this video
A-X-O-L-O-T-L MY TIME HAS COME TO BURN I ENVOKE THE ANCIENT POWER THAT I MAY RETURN!
Am I the only one who understands this reference? Probably.
Do I care? Probably not.
Am I a theorist? Yes.
Hotel? Trivago.
Gravity falls!
Yay!
Laughed so much when I saw you flashed the Homer and Flanders meme 😁🤣🤣
no ground is also not good for these animals, their claws could easily deform. Thats my experience
Spounge filters are also really good! They’re very quiet and they don’t create a lot of current.
I thought he was a larva salamander?
They are, they just don’t morph into salamanders. Sometimes they do, but it’s pretty rare
Aquaclear filters are great. Reusable sponge and plenty of room for media. Keep extra bio media in them to jump start new tamks.
Has anyone heard the gravity falls easter egg
Hi I love love love love you and your care for reptiles snakes are sooo mugestic and beautiful animals when I grow up I’m going to be a reptile vet
A lot of this information is wrong, especially with filtration. Some of this information is good but I recommend doing research on fish/axolotl care. Be careful with the information you receive however for snake care I do recommend this channel.
Tetra Aquariums not really I did a fact check. She is good the only part she is missing is that they are social creature so it's better to buy then in pairs and of course get a longer tank.
Completely missed cycling, literally the most vital part of keeping any aquatic animal alive and healthy. Didn't mention anything at all about testing ammonia/nitrite/nitrates. She's great with snakes, but this video is pretty dangerous for axolotls. It's adequate in most senses (temperature is great, tank size is a popular recommendation even though I personally think it's too small from my experience, feeding is good, substrate info is good, etc.) but the things that aren't accurate are life-or-death important.
@@janedeaux7385 maybe she didn't mention it because it's common sense to cycle even if it's fish or other aquatic animals. Pet stores hand out the pamphlets and most will tell anyone seeking a aquatic animal to cycle. Further more even the testing is common sense as well. If you are seeking to buy a aquatic animal you cycle and test its COMMON sense the info is literally everywhere so honestly it's no excuse and maybe that's why she didn't include it cause maybe she figured that people have common sense to do all these steps before hand. So before you bash on video or make a comment that seems like low-key bash just account the practical common sense first.
She did say to do the rest of the things that you do for fish
Mikado Ryūgamine “it’s common sense to cycle” it’s really not if she even talked about avoiding shocking your axolotl, or any aquatic animal. By that I mean- everyone knows about shock- not everyone knows about cycling the water. I’m not even sure she knew to cycle because she goes on keeping live plants to cut down on nitrate and nitrite levels rather than telling people how to cycle water.
i love axies i have two and honestly best pet ever XD so derpy and cute they will follow you round the tank and evryone is fascinated by em.
A X O L O T L my time has come to burn, i invoke the acient power that i may return!
Yes!
I still don’t get why one of the most powerful things in that universe was an axolotl.
@@jyjori I like snakes too
This thing is such a little cutie!
isnt that a larval tiger salamander?
No salamanders don't have frilly thingys
If you still have it, try shining a blacklight on him. I know they don't like light, but I noticed that his eyes are green. I think he is gfp (green florescent pigment), so he should glow green if you shine a blacklight on him. Just a thought.
Did you know that axolotl is pronounced "Sholot" in native aztec
@Leo cool
Yay I'm so excited I'm getting a baby axolotl Tommorow this video helped a lot!
0:58 when I see a spider
I have two grown females. They're so chubby ❤️
A X O T O L MY TIME HAS COME TO BURN I INVOKE THE ANCIENT POWER THAT I MAY RETURN.IN THIS UNIVERSE
1:19 I love the little snip u snuck in. U have to be super fast to catch it lol
But it’s not an axolotl
yes it is?
@@hrafnsunnaross4885 nope, its a salamander who never morphed
here is what comes up if you google "natural axolotl color"
www.google.com/search?client=opera&hs=PkS&biw=1662&bih=804&tbm=isch&sa=1&ei=PiTvW9jgCY35wAKQ2IFY&q=natural+axolotl+color&oq=natural+axolotl+color&gs_l=img.3...17903.21287.0.21582.21.19.0.2.2.0.178.2102.1j17.18.0....0...1c.1.64.img..1.15.1601...0j35i39k1j0i67k1j0i8i30k1j0i30k1.0.smpvgkth118
and here is the wikipedia article for axolotls, where there is a picture of an axolotl that looks virtually identical to the one in the video :)
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Axolotl
@@hrafnsunnaross4885 bruh, Emily doesn't have an axolotl, and she confirmed in this comment section that it is her salamander that never morphed.
Aw man, I found this and it made me really want to get another axolotl. I really miss my first one
I would not have a bar bottom, axolotls they can panik, when they slid.
Stina M N H true, a cheap and clean alternative is tile or slate
*bare * panic *slide
maybe fine non-toxic sand or large pebbles(bigger than the things head), one thing, does sponge work?
I’m getting an axolotl soon and this video was so helpful. I’m going to name mine Aloe
It low key feels like she is insulting ths Axolotis in the begining of the video
RacaRobert how so?
I watch your videos so much and you've helped me to learn about loads of repliles
Awhh, I had no idea that axolotls were such adorable animals! Maybe I'll get one as a pet someday....
Ok I was just watching a random axolotl channel because I was intrested in getting one.look in my recemdations and my fav youtuber there. Now I here
Great video, really good information. Don't forget long tweezers for food and a turkey baster for the poo.
omg sending this to my sis cause this is her fav animal
Very cute, nice axolotl too!
Nice Video. Ive always been a fan of Axolotl.
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I love ur vids and yes I have a recommendation for the lil guys. Use sand when the lotol is more than 3 inches, or the lil guy will consume the sand.
Thank you this was very helpful! I’m getting two !
As an axolotl keeper myself, I have found that driftwood and live plants have a habit of dropping the PH of my tank drastically, and it becomes next to impossible to fix without doing a 100% water change.
It should also be noted that one of my axolotls died, and another morphed, so honestly? I’m not very good at what I do, lmao.
Just thought I should share my experience anyway.
And yes, I am properly taking care of my morphed axolotl, he’s doing much better than he was before.
i laughed way too hard when the worm scared him at the start
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I have a wild-type axolotl, his name is Mushu. He is such a precious lil' baby
So cute. Im been trying to find an animal to take over my abandoned fish tank. I think imma get one
Just a fun fact if you set up a water bubble machine inside the tank so it is air bubbles, the pet loves it
Pretty accurate, except minimum space would be 20 gallon long. Love your channel :)