Question: Corner tanks.....

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Hi everyone.
I have recently moved house and my axolotl tank doesn't fit in as well as it used to. I'm toying with the idea of a corner tank..... I'm aware that I will need to be careful when picking one so that it is suitable for my axi. I don't have the space for one of the really big ones. The smallest ones that appear to be on the market are about 30L. The dimensions are 53W x 35D x 44H
any thoughts on this?? it seems small....
also...... I don't usually use a filter as I change the water regularly instead. This has served me well so far (been keeping axis about 10 years) but once I get my new tank I may get an undergravel filter....

your thoughts would be much appreciated!!! my axolotls are taking over the house lol!!!!
 
Hi Rosie.

I believe the general consensus would deter the use of an UGF, as they can cause considerable currents in the tank which can stress an axie out.

Hope this helps!

PS - You don't USE gravel, do you?
 
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Hi Rosie,

Undergravel filters are not very suitable for axolotl setups because they clog up frequently from uneaten food and waste. For a smaller tank, sponge and overhang filters work pretty well as long as they don't create too much current.

Also, I would say that a 30L tank is too small for a single axie. 40L would work, but even that is a little cramped.

And Flan - I'm thinking you meant to type "as" but left your finger lingering on the 's' key for just a tiny bit too long.... :p
 
Hmmmm....just as I thought!
Thanks guys for your input. I thought this would be too small. Not sure what to do now!
And, no, I don't use 'gravel' at the moment. It's quite hard to make decisions, there is a lot of conflicting info out there so it's good to be able to check things out here before you do anything. Thanks again for your help.

Back to the drawing board!

xx
 
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