Shown below is an attractive example that could easily house 6 adult axolotls. The Advanced Aquariumįor multiple axolotls, a larger tank is required. The filter is a hang-on-back waterfall filter, and the outflow is dispersed by a rock to prevent a current. The hides consist of a pot and artificial plants. It has no lighting, but does normally have a lid to prevent leaping. This is an aquarium of dimensions 50 cm long x 25 cm wide x 25 cm tall (20 x 10 x 10 inches standard 10 gallons). Shown below is an example of a simple setup for one adult axolotl.ġ) Homemade mesh lid (removed for photograph) For the enthusiast, the accepted minimum size would be a 45 cm long aquarium (US 10 gallons) for one adult. Each one is used to house a single animal, or a few are housed together in a container that approximates to a 45 cm long aquarium (18 inches). Laboratories prefer to use minimalistic containers that barely allow the animals to turn around, like fish bowls.
It's important to bear in mind that an adult axolotl can reach a size from 18 to 35 cm in length (7-14 inches). For information regarding the housing of tiger salamanders and metamorphosed axolotls, click that link.Īxolotls are not demanding in respect to their accommodation. The Requirements Page and Health Page discuss several important points that are mentioned on this page. Housing Axolotls in Captivity General Info
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