Axolotl tail shrinking?

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Today i noticed my axolotl tail is shrinking..whats wrong?is this normal?
 
Can you post a picture of the tail before & after? How fast is it shrinking?

Have you tested your water lately? What are the readings? What is the tank water temperature?



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I agree some photos and stats would be helpful as a shrinking tail and can be a sign of metamorphosis which in captive bred axolotls is extremely rare
 
I don't see much of a difference, beyond what would be normal for a growing axolotl.

Your water is too warm. Axolotls like cold water. It's best if you can keep it under 20c.
 
in the picture it looks the same..but actually its tail is smaller than before..i will lower my temperature..
 
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