Help! Wondering if my new axolotl has fungus?

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I have had my axolotl about a week now and just yesterday I noticed that he had developed what looked like fungus in his gills. I have seen many people talk about this issue and how easily axolotls can get it. I have seen many conflicting ideas on how exactly to treat this fungus, does anyone have and ideas? Also I know the picture quality is not the best, he wasn't cooperating and the camera wouldn't focus very well. Thanks!
 

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Hard to tell from the pic, but if it is fluffy and sitting on the gills the best bet is it is fungus. A quick salt bath should get rid of it. If caught early you may only need one or two bath sessions :)
Guide: https://www.caudata.org/forum/showthread.php?t=72698
 
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