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Question: Axie coming up for air?

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georgiarh10

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Hi all, I was given an axolotl by someone who couldn't look after them anymore and I've noticed some odd behaviour. About once a day or once every two days he'll swim quickly to the top of the tank, take a breath and swim back to the bottom? His previous owner said he used to do that all the time; is this behaviour anything to be concerned about? He does this really super quick, up to the top, tiny splash, then back down.:confused:
 
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I've only had axies for a month, but it seems to be normal! They have lungs, so sometimes they decide to go up for some air. As long as he's not doing it constantly, it's fine.
 
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Oh phew! I was a little worried, only because he was just SO FAST when he did it, but it's good to know he's okay. Thanks for replying!
 
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That's completely normal. Fun fact.. I actually read recently that they actually have four ways of breathing. They are incredibl little guys :p
 
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