Ax has a hole in his head...

[Cjdavis26]

Went through multiple threads and haven't seen anything like it. I live in Okinawa, and got an axalotl from the local makeman. We have had him for about 6 months and have never had an issue. I clean the tank weekly and he has a diet of pellets and blood worms. He lives alone, and there are no signs of other life. I.e. parasites etc.

I assume he is in pain but hasn't been freaking out. I put some black tea leaves in the tank so far as many recommended. Has anyone seen anything like this? I'd be grateful for insight and recommendations.
Thanks

 

[Cjdavis26]

Went through multiple threads and haven't seen anything like it. I live in Okinawa, and got an axalotl from the local makeman. We have had him for about 6 months and have never had an issue. I clean the tank weekly and he has a diet of pellets and blood worms. He lives alone, and there are no signs of other life. I.e. parasites etc.
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I assume he is in pain but hasn't been freaking out. I put some black tea leaves in the tank so far as many recommended. Has anyone seen anything like this? I'd be grateful for insight and recommendations.
Thanks

Additionally, this appeared overnight. I noticed it when I fed him the following morning.

 

[fishkid]

I'd say time to seek an exotic vet, this looks like it will need professional treatment, and sooner rather than later.

 

[axolotl nerd]

I'd say time to seek an exotic vet, this looks like it will need professional treatment, and sooner rather than later.

i agree, absolutely see a vet. it seems like a nasty, quick acting bacterial infection- possibly flesh eating as well.

 

[AxieFrankie]

Yep, take him to A exotic vet right away. Don’t leave that any longer, never seen anything quite like it.

 

[Autistic Catholic]

They can regenerate parts of their brain and head. How's he doing now?

 

[Jo’saxl]

Any updates on this little guy?