I have been researching about axolotls for about half a year now and absolutely love them. Three days ago, by fluke chance my pet store got a bunch and I couldn't resist getting one! I have him in a 10 gallon (which WILL be upsized as soon as possible) with a air filter turned very low and smooth rocks much bigger than his mouth at the bottom. He's about 3 inches long so he still has lots more growing to do! The petstore I got him at wasn't properly pepared for them and had about 20 axolotls in one big tank. They changed the water 3 times a day to keep it somewhat cool and they just threw in frozen bloodworms for them. I chose him cause he was floating at the top and wouldn't respond to anyone but me so I guess it was ment to be.
He's now happily exploring the bottom of his new home, with the correct water temp and food appearing infront of his nose every day.
My only problem is that he has white stringy/cottony stuff hanging off the back of his legs.. I think its fungus so I've done a mild salt bath (a little less salt than whats called for, he is just a baby) and been keeping a close eye on him. He's eatting well, and yesterday he had a nice healthy poo.
Sorry for being so talkitive but I really could use some tips and ideas on how to keep him really happy.
Thanks!
Ebil
He's now happily exploring the bottom of his new home, with the correct water temp and food appearing infront of his nose every day.
My only problem is that he has white stringy/cottony stuff hanging off the back of his legs.. I think its fungus so I've done a mild salt bath (a little less salt than whats called for, he is just a baby) and been keeping a close eye on him. He's eatting well, and yesterday he had a nice healthy poo.
Sorry for being so talkitive but I really could use some tips and ideas on how to keep him really happy.
Thanks!
Ebil