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I am looking at getting a new filter and was wondering if I should get one with a built in uv filter?
 
It's not necessary to use a UV filter. Most people recommend against it as axolotls (and amphibs in general) can be sensitive to UV, so having one that close to the tank might be detrimental.
 
this must be a canister filter? the axies will never be exposed to this uv light, as it could blind even you it is sealed up. I have one and feel it helps with algae, but the flow may be to fast and the wattage to low for parasite control.

what filter are you looking at?
 
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