My first two axolotls

[Cksnffr]

Hey all. I'm new to axolotls but have been keeping all sorts of fish for a good while.

These two guys were in my local fish shop and needed a home. Someone dropped them off the day before I saw them.

The grumpy-faced one on the right is a bit larger than the smiley one on the left. The LFS said they'd just become old enough to start breeding. Not sure which one is which sex, though.

Grumpy is missing most gill frills. Hoping they'll come back with good care. They're in a 45 with a big old Eheim 600 (flow turned down), taken right off a 180 with Severums. So I'm thinking that cycling shouldn't be an issue.

Keeping the temp at 62 and trying different foods. They're not too interested, which I understand is normal after a couple of days in a whole new environment. So far I've tried earthworms, pellets, and supermarket shrimp, with the shrimp being accepted by Smiley at least.

Any advice on making sure they thrive would be much appreciated.

 

[Amyglistens]

Hi ya, if they're are old enough for breeding, sexing them should be pretty easy. The male will have what looks like a bulge (cloaca) behind his back legs. The females cloaca will be smaller and almost flat. If u take a few pics of them sides ways on and post I'm sure peeps will help. Nutritionally I would stick with the live earth worms it takes a few attempts but I often offer a little blood worm so they get the idea.
If the filters already established you should be fine but I'd keep the water tests up to make sure it's a good quality for the one who needs to regenerate.
If you haven't already I'd add a couple of caves to your tank as they love a nice dark stop.
Enjoy your new axolotls they're an awesome pet