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Hi, new member from oz.

I am concerned about my sons axolotl. Over the last couple of months it has become quite fat around the middle. It doesn't seem bloated as in it isn't floating, but its appetite is probably reduced.

Not sure whether to fridge it or not. Its stomach is definitely wider than its head.

It is about 6years old and had been in the same tank and environment for about 4 years.
 

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Welcome to the forum! I hope you get help soon and if you already haven't, you could set your question under axolotl thread so it'll have the best options to be noticed.
 
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Oh wow!! I also recommend you post this in the axolotl subtopic, as more people will see it and be able to help. When you do it's always good to provide water temperature and water parameters (ammonia, nitrate and nitrite) so we know the water conditions.
Please remove the gravel asap, it can cause impaction. It could be contributing to the issue. It is fine to leave the tank barebottom (or a sand substrate).
Are there any other tank mates? At first glance I thought it was a female full of eggs, but if it's been happening for months I don't know if they have their eggs inside for that long.
 
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