Axolotls (Ambystoma mexicanum)

A dedicated topic for those seeking help with Axolotls, showing off your photos, or just to talk about them.

Axolotl General Discussion

Open axolotl forum: if it doesn't fit in the sub-topics then post it here.
Threads
11K
Messages
83.3K
Threads
11K
Messages
83.3K

Axolotl tank set-ups, filters, substrate

Discussions on tanks, temperature, filters, gravel, lights etc.
Threads
5.8K
Messages
43.2K
Threads
5.8K
Messages
43.2K

Axolotl Eggs, Larvae & Breeding

Eggs everywhere, how did that happen? Will it be albino or wildtype?
Threads
3.2K
Messages
22.8K
Threads
3.2K
Messages
22.8K

Sick Axolotl?

Axolotl looking down in the gills? The doctors are in.
Threads
8.9K
Messages
71.1K
Threads
8.9K
Messages
71.1K

Axolotl Gallery

Post photos of axolotls and set-ups.
Threads
2.5K
Messages
22.5K
Threads
2.5K
Messages
22.5K
General chit-chat
Help Users
  • No one is chatting at the moment.
  • mynewtnameddettie:
    Is my newt okay if I poke it? I think I accidentally poked him too hard and I'm worried I hurt him. Help lol
    +1
    Unlike
  • Michelle1981:
    Hello, I’m looking for fire bellied newts that will ship to Ontario, Canada. Are there any captive breeders here? I’ve had many in the past and I’m looking to get a pair for my 12 yr old. I will be the care taker!
    +1
    Unlike
  • jcjchdjdj:
    What are good worms for axolotls
    +1
    Unlike
  • AxieCrazy:
    Hello. I’m looking for some input. My axolotl is about 7 months old. I came home and her gills are completely white. I was reading that they do shed around this age. Could this be why her gills are white? The ph is 6.5-7. Nitrates are 80 Nitrites 0.5
    +1
    Unlike
  • AxieCrazy:
    My axolotl’s gills have turned completely white. she is about 7 months old. I fed her a couple of pellets to see if she would eat. One hit her head and she flipped out. Started darting all around the tank. Temp, ammonia, nitrates are all in range. Anyone know why this is happening? I pu
    +1
    Unlike
    AxieCrazy: My axolotl’s gills have turned completely white. she is about 7 months old. I fed her a couple... +1
    Back
    Top