Ok im getting an Axolotl Wednesday and I wanted to ask a few more simple questions.
1. What water temperatures can Axolotls live in?
2. Is a 10 gallon tank good for a 4-5 inch Axolotl to live in?
3. My room is normally cold because I "never" take the A/C out of my room and its always on when im getting ready to go to bed. I put a thermometer in the tank and it stays at 25 Celsius. Is that a good temperature? If not, is there any way I can make the tank colder without turning my A/C to below 0 ?
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Hi there Miiluvs!
Axolotls are best kept at temperatures below 20 degrees Celsius, but not below about 14. The water should also never go above 24 degrees, as this can stress them out, cause certain diseases and shorten the life span.
No, 10 gallons is far too small. For one axolotl you're looking at at least 20 US gallons (75 litres), but as the axolotl is a very social creature, it is highly advised that you keep two together - which means you'll need something upwards of 100 litres, or 27 US Gallons.
As for keeping the temperature down, I honestly don't know what to suggest. Do you live in Australia or Asia where it's constantly hot?
All the best :)
Ok... So for number 1, they can live in 63 degrees to 73 degrees. If it is higher, get a fan or else they will die from stress since they like cold water. They live in one of the coldest like in the world so, it is best in between these temps.
For number 2, It would be fine with a 10 gallon minimum. I own 2 axolotls and they live in a 20 gallon and they are just fine.
For number 3, 25 degrees Celsius is about 77 degrees Fahrenheit. That is too hot so, I recommend to cool it down a little.
For additional info, it would be best to have your tank closest to a hose or sink for water changes so you don't spill and for easy access. Also, if you have sand, GET A SIPHON. It is the best thing and all you do is hover over the sand while kicking it up with the siphon. Another thing is to not over feed. Over feeding can and poop can cause ammonia levels to rise because of extra bacteria from worm blood or dead stuff. You would always want the levels to be at 0 for ammonia. To lower them, use seachum prime at about mabye 0.2 ml for a 20 percent change of water. Axolotl are very stressful and take lots of time. I advise don't get one if it's you first pet of aquatic pet. They are not like gold fish or reptiles. Be warned.