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Axolotl gills

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Long time watcher first time poster! I recently (1 week) moved my axy into a new tank and now one side of his gills looks weird, can't explain it, kind of frayed? I've been looking through the threads and I'm pretty sure it's not fungal or ammonia but at a loss as to wether they're normal or not, or what to do! Will post a pic but don't think they're that clear, will try for a better pic today if needed!
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Is the gills on the left as you're looking, can see them in the reflection, gills on other side are fine!

Thanks in advance for any advice/info on what it could be!
 
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They look relatively normal but just a bit off, I'm really struggling to explain and get a decent pic, it's like, if I crimped my hair? Looks like someone's been styling his 'hair' he's fine in himself, eating and pooing fine, will try and get a clearer photo when the man is back from work - his camera is better and might even have a macro option
 
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The slight fraying could be a little sign of stress from moving into his new tank. but from what I can see he looks to be ok. If your water tests are coming back clear then give him time and he'll be fine
 
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