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Where to buy Axolotls?

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Bevi1019

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So after doing a heavy amount of research into these little guys I finally started to set up my tank. Going to make sure I can cycle and get the conditions right and maintain it for awhile before getting a pair of Axies. I'm curious if anyone can recommend a good source when I'm ready to purchase them. The only site i found really was *link removed* and to be honest the site rubbed me the wrong way. I know there are breeders on the forums here as well. Just want to find a reliable source. I live in New England if that makes a difference. Thanks
 
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That other site is crazy over priced. There is almost always axolotl larvae or eggs for sale here in the classifieds section. That's the best place to get them.
 
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Ooo excellent I didn't even realize there was a classified section on the forum, I will definitely go that route. Thank you!
 
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Just as a reminder, linking to commercial sites is not allowed on the forum. Best of luck in your hunt for a slimy little friend!
 
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I don't recommend the two main online sellers of axolotls at all. I've heard bad things about them (Ward's and the one you listed). However, there is a person shipping axolotl juvies in the U.S. right now on the classifieds. I just placed an order with them a few days ago.
 
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I don't know where in New England you are, but I know a place on the Maine/New Hampshire border, it where I bought my two. :)
 
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renaelafae said:
I don't know where in New England you are, but I know a place on the Maine/New Hampshire border, it where I bought my two. :)
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I live in RI but we have a condo in Freedom New Hampshire and are going to be going up this winter....can you either post or PM the name of the petsore and the town it is in?
 
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esn said:
I don't recommend the two main online sellers of axolotls at all. I've heard bad things about them (Ward's and the one you listed). However, there is a person shipping axolotl juvies in the U.S. right now on the classifieds. I just placed an order with them a few days ago.
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I haven't ordered from Ward's but I have ordered from the other place because no where in my state or the neighboring borders sell axolotls....and I will say that aside from being very pricey, my axolotl arrived in really good condition.
 
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Right here on the forums would be the best place! I've heard horror stories about those big commercial sites.
 
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When you say over priced shop by me sells gold axolotl for £50 each does that sound right to you


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DRJplec said:
When you say over priced shop by me sells gold axolotl for £50 each does that sound right to you


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That sounds excessive to me, but I think it really depends on where you're located and how common it is to find [golden] axolotls around the place.
Here in Australia they are sold in many pet shops and average $30-$40 (which is around 20-25 pounds these days) from my experience. I paid $35 for my golden albino. But probably someone in the UK would have a much better idea than me!
 
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renaelafae said:
I don't know where in New England you are, but I know a place on the Maine/New Hampshire border, it where I bought my
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renaelafae said:
I don't know where in New England you are, but I know a place on the Maine/New Hampshire border, it where I bought my two. :)
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I am currently looking to get a axolotl- i live in ME so any suggestions would really be appreciated
 
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