Size of Axolotls?

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Just a quick question, I remember reading this somewhere recently but now I can't find where, so forgive me! How big do Axolotls grow? Mine are about 4 months old and around 6" long, I was just wondering how big they'll get, and how soon would I be able to determine their sex? Thanks, Kerry
 
Hello Kerry,

Axolotls can grow up to 30 cm in length, which is approximately 1 foot.

Jay.
 
Kerry1968 said:
Just a quick question, I remember reading this somewhere recently but now I can't find where, so forgive me! How big do Axolotls grow? Mine are about 4 months old and around 6" long, I was just wondering how big they'll get, and how soon would I be able to determine their sex? Thanks, Kerry
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Hi Kerry,

Axies can reach their full size anywhere between 7 and 14 inches - They usually get to the 'fully grown' stage at about 18 months.

When the toes darken in a pale axolotl or the toes lighten in a dark axolotl this indicates maturity.

The male axolotl will have a significantly swollen cloaca (area behind the back legs) - the female wont.

You can usually tell at about 6 months old what sex they are....just watch the toes! ;)

Cheers Jacq.
 
The record for the longest axolotl is 17.5 inches which is quite a beast!
 
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