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I don't have any amphibians yet, but hopefully I will be the proud owner of an Axolotl before the end of the summer :happy: I work at a science supply company, where a variety of amphibians, tanks and other supplies are readily available. Which is why I started thinking about finally getting a lovely little walking fish. I just need to know what is best for any prospective pet, and how I can provide the best space for them :) thank you!
 
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Hello and welcome to the forum! :happy:

Most people keep axolotls in a 40 gallon tank, and with a size like that you can have three. Good luck! -Seth
 
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oh, thank you so much! would it be better to have two or three axolotls rather than one? sorry, this probably isn't the best place to have this conversation o.o are there any good beginner threads?
 
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would it be better to have two or three axolotls rather than one?
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No, it wouldn't. It would be best to start with one to get comfortable with axolotls before you get more than one. A 20 gallon tank is a good size for one axolotl.
Sorry I didn't mean to confuse you, i was just saying that most people prefer a 40 gallon tank.

The "Newt and Salamander help" section of the forum is the best place to post beginner questions. -Seth
 
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You also want to pick a sand type substrate, no gravel. Make sure you cycle the tank for a couple weeks before you place any salamanders in it!


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Hello fissionfusion welcome as I am also new here I will extend my welcome and hello to everyone out there I proudly share my room with 2 wild coloration axolotls pinky and the brain they are in a 30gal tank and are somewhere around the 5-6 inch mark sand substrate water fall filter with decorations breaking up the flow temp 69-70degrees and working on getting it lower

fissionfusion are u getting a axolotl or still trying to decide exactly what you're looking for?
 
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