Post by Allaquatica on Feb 12, 2007 3:27:56 GMT -5
Name: Axolotl
Scientific Name: Ambystoma mexicanum
Size:18 to 35 cm in length (7-14 inches)
Tank Size: 45 cm (18 inch) minimum for one specimin
Food: Axolotl pellets, bloodworm, worms.
Temp: 14 and 20 °C , 57-68 °F , beware of temps over 24 °C as this can cause stress.
Gentle filtration required, or none and frequent water changes with dechlorinated water. One of the species that can actually be stressed by over-filtration and water currents. Large substrate required as they can eat tiny pebbles.
Although they do not eat plants they can be destructive as they move around. stronger plants and those that cannot be uprooted are recommended.
www.axolotl.org/ A great site for these creatures.
Scientific Name: Ambystoma mexicanum
Size:18 to 35 cm in length (7-14 inches)
Tank Size: 45 cm (18 inch) minimum for one specimin
Food: Axolotl pellets, bloodworm, worms.
Temp: 14 and 20 °C , 57-68 °F , beware of temps over 24 °C as this can cause stress.
Gentle filtration required, or none and frequent water changes with dechlorinated water. One of the species that can actually be stressed by over-filtration and water currents. Large substrate required as they can eat tiny pebbles.
Although they do not eat plants they can be destructive as they move around. stronger plants and those that cannot be uprooted are recommended.
www.axolotl.org/ A great site for these creatures.
