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Hi, just got in new juvies Mar. 9 and looking for any and all advice. Currently feeding well on frozen bloodworms. They range in size from about an inch to a little under 2" - the albino is the largest. The wildtype is the smallest. I also have 2 lucies. Sorry for the pic quality - only have a camera phone right now. Thanks to all who read this!

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There is such a vast amount of information on axolotl care (on all stages) in this forum......please just make a quick search.
One thing i will say, is that i hope you are keeping them in something much bigger and with a MUCH BIGGER volume of water.
 
Yes, they were shipped in the container pictured. They are currently in a shoebox sized tupperware container with about 2" of water. I am preparing a 20 gallon long to transfer them into with a sponge filter - but did have a question about how deep the water should be. Have read that babies sometimes lose their bearings if the water is too deep - in that they end up only floating and not being able to reach the bottom. I've also read that daily water changes are necessary. I have been reading but it's hard to find specific info for this size - maybe I've been looking in the wrong spot. Thanks,
Shannon
 
hi shannon
i dont know the answers to your question because i have never raised babies. i just wanted to say they are sooo cute...someone will be able to help with the answers tho.
good luck with them
lea
 
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a 20 gallon filled about half way up would be fine...if you use a sponge filter or something the axies cannot get caught in, that will reduce the need for water changes...but a daily 10% would be a good way to start off
 
Thank you, Lea. Your newest is just a beauty. My camera really does not do mine justice, will need to upgrade so I can document their stages.

Thank you Scizeric for your advice. I would have thought that would be too much water. I have to change the type of filter I planned to use though. I had planned on using a zoomed 318 but it emits too much heat and substantially changes the temp. I'll pick up one that utilizes an air pump instead of one that has a built in motor. More pics to come when I'm able!

Shannon
 
So sorry at first glance, I missed your helpful links! thank you! S
 
Hi! Your new babies are so cute! I am currently raising about 100 golden axies that are that exact size right now, and I would HIGHLY recommend getting a sponge filter. It will greatly reduce the need for major water changes, and you won't have to worry about the babies getting sucked up into the filter in-take.

My main recommendation for raising little axies would be: keep it simple. This will allow you to have more control over the water parameters and thus the health of your little guys. You can always create a more elaborate enclosure when they are a bit more mature.

This is just my two cents. You will get tons of great advice on raising little ones on this site. Best of luck!
 
I adore goldies! I currently own a 15 mo. named Tut pictured with my name. Thank you for your advice - I will be getting one tomorrow. Best of luck with yours - Hope you post pics! :D

Shannon
 
New, improved pics! ugh! can't get them to upload - sorry!
 
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