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Question: How long do axolotls live?
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oceanblue
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A book on animal husbandry (sorry I've only a photocopy of chapter 52 Urodeles) states "The maximal lifespan in the laboratory is eight to ten years, but many animals start ageing and may even die at six."
Despite this I've seen a pair who were 14. They were kept very cool and this is probably the key to long life.
Despite this I've seen a pair who were 14. They were kept very cool and this is probably the key to long life.
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A good friend of mine has a female that is about 18 years old now and still seems to be in pretty good shape. I'm sure living over 20 wouldn't be unusual for an axolotl.
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Hi There,
I have a black/white mottled female axi that is 8 years old and a friend has one that is 12 years old. She has had hers all that time. :happy:
cheers
I have a black/white mottled female axi that is 8 years old and a friend has one that is 12 years old. She has had hers all that time. :happy:
cheers