Question: Tank size and ammonia level

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Hey, I am pretty new to having axolotyls, I have had two for about 3 months and at the moment they are in a 50 Litre tank which is more than enough space for them but I have had issues with high ammonia even though I change the water regularly and have started adding a product thats meant to neutralise the ammonia. It was suggested that I get them a bigger tank, which I will do in a couple of months time, but till then I need to find a way to keep the ammonia down!! Any advice?
 
Since you're doing frequent water changes, unless your tap water is adding the ammonia then you're getting it from left over food or axie waste. Your tank is quite small so you'll need to stay on top of this situation. Are you using a filter to help with the removal and break down of axie waste? What are you feeding your animals? Do you remove all left over food?
 
How large are the axolotls? 50L is not large enough for adults..so I hope yours are juveniles.
 
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