Photo: What do you think to my tank now

[harry7890]

I have added some sand stone (a brick, and a tiley thing) and some of that little green weed that you get floating on your tanks that you cant get off when you get it on :L

 

[Azhael]

Well, i don´t mean to be the bad guy, but your tank could do with several improvements.
For starters i´m not sure that tank is big enough at all for a pair of adult axolotls, how many litres is it?
Also, they could certainly use some hiding places, and some live plants (other than the duckweed). Since you don´t have a filter nor live plants, i don´t see how the water quality can be ok, specially with a small volume of water and two monster poop factories.

Edit: My apologies, i had missed the filter entirely in the pictures. Still, not sure it´s enough.

 

[harry7890]

Well, i don´t mean to be the bad guy, but your tank could do with several improvements.
For starters i´m not sure that tank is big enough at all for a pair of adult axolotls, how many litres is it?
Also, they could certainly use some hiding places, and some live plants (other than the duckweed). Since you don´t have a filter nor live plants, i don´t see how the water quality can be ok, specially with a small volume of water and two monster poop factories.

FYI i have a filter at the back of the rock , and i am going to get a new tank for them at the weekend which is much larger and i was going to get some new plants aswell but the shops were **** to be honest and i dont know how llarge the tank is , but it looks larger than it does in the fotos

 

[Shizeric]

Yes, your tank needs quite a bit of work. A larger volume and hides are essential, not just mere recommendations.

 

[melfly]

Hey Harry

Its better than it as with the slate.
As stated above hides are needed.
I'd say the tank is 3 foot or not far off, so should be fine (give it a measure for us)

Mel

 

[shoegal]

Just a few suggestions...

I would swap out the large rocks for something in which the axies can hide. The rocks take up a lot of space, and are not adding much to the environment. Also, some live plants would be nice.

Have you considered using sand as a substrate?

 

[harry7890]

Hey Harry

Its better than it as with the slate.
As stated above hides are needed.
I'd say the tank is 3 foot or not far off, so should be fine (give it a measure for us)

Mel

yea my tank is 3 foot long and i was going to use some plimbing that was outside but having looking at it , it is a bit shoddy so i am going to wait till i go to the pet shop at the weekend

Just a few suggestions...

I would swap out the large rocks for something in which the axies can hide. The rocks take up a lot of space, and are not adding much to the environment. Also, some live plants would be nice.

Have you considered using sand as a substrate?

would silver sand be ok because i have just taken a load out of my jungle mymph tank and i dont need it anymore

cheers

 

[dragonlady]

Hi Harry,

3 ft is okay for 2 axolotls, but when you have the opportunity to upgrade, they'd appreciate it!

Also, make sure to leave the sandstone out of your new tank setup, it is listed as an unsafe rock to use in aquariums under Axolotl Sanctuary.

The silver sand may be safe, it depends what it is made of. If this is a reptile or marine grade sand then it will be unsuitable. Silica or quartz sand is safe for use. HERE is an article about substrates including a section about sand that should help. Take care and would love to see pics of the set up once you get it together.

 

[harry7890]

Hi Harry,

3 ft is okay for 2 axolotls, but when you have the opportunity to upgrade, they'd appreciate it!

Also, make sure to leave the sandstone out of your new tank setup, it is listed as an unsafe rock to use in aquariums under Axolotl Sanctuary.

The silver sand may be safe, it depends what it is made of. If this is a reptile or marine grade sand then it will be unsuitable. Silica or quartz sand is safe for use. HERE is an article about substrates including a section about sand that should help. Take care and would love to see pics of the set up once you get it together.

i think it was classed as a building material but i dont know , many people spike their lawns with a fork then skatter this on it and it airates yur lawn , but it isnt for reptiles or marine

 

[harry7890]

Well, i don´t mean to be the bad guy, but your tank could do with several improvements.
For starters i´m not sure that tank is big enough at all for a pair of adult axolotls, how many litres is it?
Also, they could certainly use some hiding places, and some live plants (other than the duckweed). Since you don´t have a filter nor live plants, i don´t see how the water quality can be ok, specially with a small volume of water and two monster poop factories.

Edit: My apologies, i had missed the filter entirely in the pictures. Still, not sure it´s enough.

that is fine we all make mistakes , especially me

 

[dragonlady]

Hi Harry,

I would check more on that sand before using it. According to Axolotl Sanctuary, construction grade sand should be avoided, so I would think building grade would be the same thing? You can check it out HERE.

I don't know if anyone has mentioned the depth to you, but when using sand, it's a good idea to keep it under an inch thick. I apologize if I'm repeating someone here. Take care!

 

[tomkeogh]

Are you sure that tank is 3foot? how long are the Axolotl if that tank is 3 foot they must be about 15inches long! it looks like the same dimensions as my 60litre. in fact I am sure it is two foot that net covers half the tank and looking at the size of the net the handle would not be more than 12inches long.

Edit: sorry did not realise how mean that sounds when I was typing I am not saying you lied

 

[tomkeogh]

that bulb covers half the tank. I am so confused can you take a picture of the whole tank from a wider area?

Edit: if you scale down that air stone(roughly 30mm) and sponge(roughly 100mm) the dimension adds up to two foot.

I really am sorry I just cant believe that is three foot do you have a tape measure that you could put with your tank and take a pic

I wont be able to sleep until you prove me wrong!

 

[harry7890]

sorry guys , it looked like i lied , it looked to me as to be 3 bulbs but when i actually measured it it is only 2 , so i definately need a new tank as it is only 2 foot. so that has gone on my top priority , but it is a foot wide mind you it still isnt that much of a difference

so sorry peoples i lied

 

[tomkeogh]

That has put my mind to rest, I am glad you figured it out though, do you know how long your Axolotl are? you can pick up a large enough aquarium for less than £100 if you have something suitable to use as a stand. I would say you need some hiding places for sure do you have a wickes, B and Q or homebase, or any DIY or plumbers shop? pop in and get some pvc plumbing you should get a couple for a fiver

Edit: I hope I have not caused you any offence I have not meant to talk down to you or anything.

 

[melfly]

Haha I've just been measuring sponges and light starters
Good spot Tom!

So you will need to upgrade asap Harry as they may get aggressive with each other or become sick in such a small tank.

Mel

 

[harry7890]

That has put my mind to rest, I am glad you figured it out though, do you know how long your Axolotl are? you can pick up a large enough aquarium for less than £100 if you have something suitable to use as a stand. I would say you need some hiding places for sure do you have a wickes, B and Q or homebase, or any DIY or plumbers shop? pop in and get some pvc plumbing you should get a couple for a fiver

there was a large tank for sale for 30 quid at my local pet shop , and i was going to get some plumbing but the only trouble is , it would probably only fit one axolotle in it

 

[tomkeogh]

Wow really £30! do you remember how many litres it holds? you need at least 80litres for two Axolotl. to give you reference your tank has dimensions of 60cm by 30 by 30 and holds 60litres if filled to the brim (I know as I have the same size tank) I live in London and £30 would not get me a goldfish bowl Have you got a birthday coming up you could get your Mum to by you a MASSIVE tank!

If you go into one of the shops I mentioned before just tell them you want two half 90degree PVC plumbing, one each will be better as they may want to get away so even if you have a hide big enough for the both they may not want to be together.

Well done Harry you are really trying to get everything right and I am sure you will do

Ha, Yea Mel I actually just got out my ruler and worked out the scale of the photo's from the airstone! I am like that when I have something on my mind as I am sure you know by now!

 

[harry7890]

Wow really £30! do you remember how many litres it holds? you need at least 80litres for two Axolotl. to give you reference your tank has dimensions of 60cm by 30 by 30 and holds 60litres if filled to the brim (I know as I have the same size tank) I live in London and £30 would not get me a goldfish bowl Have you got a birthday coming up you could get your Mum to by you a MASSIVE tank!

If you go into one of the shops I mentioned before just tell them you want two half 90degree PVC plumbing, one each will be better as they may want to get away so even if you have a hide big enough for the both they may not want to be together.

Well done Harry you are really trying to get everything right and I am sure you will do

Ha, Yea Mel I actually just got out my ruler and worked out the scale of the photo's from the airstone! I am like that when I have something on my mind as I am sure you know by now!

here in yorkshire we have realy big goldfish bowls :L
it is a pretty large tank , it is a lot larger than the one i have it in now , i mean ALOT larger . i t is wider 2 and i definately think that it is over 80l

 

[tomkeogh]

Waste Fittings - Pipe & Waste -Tools, Electrical & Plumbing - Wickes, there are loads here I have a couple, The very last item is what I am suggesting you can buy the in half as well and does not take up much room but is nice and dark