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Question: Tank size for # of axolotls

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Hello all,

I am a new axolotl owner, and have a 20 gallon long tank. I currently have two of them in it, one adult and another about 5 inches.

I am wondering if this size of tank could accommodate a third axolotl. Perhaps that the tank is long, not high could provide them with enough space? Or would I need to purchase a larger tank altogether? Just wondering, and would appreciate any input from more experienced owners.
 
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Hi,

It's suggested 10 gallons per axolotl, so it would be best to buy a bigger tank if you want a third axolotl. If your adult and juvenile are in the same tank it might be best to put a tank divider between them until the juvie grows a bit. Larger axies are known to pick on smaller ones which may end up losing limbs etc... Better safe than sorry. :happy:
 
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I agree with Beks. I learned it the hard way, I put a few juvies with their parents and everything was fine for a while, no nipping or signs of nipping and then one day I came home to moms limbs destroyed. I separated her and she's just growing her limbs now, they're almost full size.

I suggest separated them till the similar in size and over the catabolism stage.
 
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After doing a bit more research on the matter, I've come to the same conclusion myself. I appreciate your input. I've just been trying to be as knowledgable as possible in order to give them the best living conditions possible!

And no worries, the juvie and adult are currently living in separate tanks :happy: No ones in danger of their limbs being eaten!
 
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TattmanStache said:
After doing a bit more research on the matter, I've come to the same conclusion myself. I appreciate your input. I've just been trying to be as knowledgable as possible in order to give them the best living conditions possible!

And no worries, the juvie and adult are currently living in separate tanks :happy: No ones in danger of their limbs being eaten!
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Great to hear!
 
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