GOLDFISH as feeder fish

[lalokera]

Hello, im new to axolotls ive had my pair for 2 weeks maybe less, ive been feeding a mix of guppies and earth worms, but i dont have enough worms to feed them always and the guppies seem to be too small for them. My question is how can i know if the gold fish i buy are safe for my axolotls to eat and what could happen to my axolotls if they eat a goldfish with parasites?

 

[BananaBearzz]

That's a good question... Now I don't know much about using goldfish as feeder fish, but I do know that an extensive about of research on how to tell if goldfish have parasites OR where a goldfish breeder is. I really wish I could be more help. I honestly thing just do a **** ton of research on goldfish and goldfish breeders in your area.
Have an awesome day!

 

[birdsong]

I personally don't use gold fish. I keep guppies and breed them to use as feeder treats. fish are not a good staple food . Most people recommend worms or pellets. How old are your axolotls

 

[Skudo09]

Feeding goldfish is not recommended as they can cause a thiamine deficiency. Also, goldfish may pick on the axolotls gills.

 

[lalokera]

oh ok thanks guys, the problem of where im from its hard to buy worms or even pellets. My axolotls are 14 months old. also i just got some floating plants and my female axolotl dosent seem to move from the roots could she be about to lay eggs??!!