AXOLOTL CARE GUIDE (how to care for an axolotl for beginners)

[@miraonpawz]

Gosh, thank you alot!! I'm a child, and i really wanted an axolotl. My mom thinks i'm not really responsible so she never gets me a pet. I somehow convinced her to get me an axolotl, and we hardly found one in my country. I am in Turkey right now, and while i was, the axolotl was bought to my grandmother's house. She takes care of him while i'm away, and i'm coming back to my home tomorrow. I'll take care of the axolotl from that day, and i've been going crazy about how i need to care about him. I've done lots of research, and the only video that truly helped is this one. Thank you, Turtle Girl. Lots of love!❤

[@raymanandeze]

Still have my axolotl from your first video ❤️even got him a gf yes they live together (don't recommend for males and females but mine tend to not mate often ) guppies and minnows make for a great live feed if you're into that kind of thing.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

ah that's awesome! you never see the guppies nipping on the axos gills?

[@raymanandeze]

@@TheTurtleGirl the axolotls eat them way too fast 😩 I'll put 20 in there in the am and end up with 7 by the next day🤣

[@Catapultdragondude]

Yoo he got rizz

[@sunnydaypickle939]

@@Catapultdragondude gotta get them axolotl rubbers

[@AdelkaKrajmerova]

Jej heloooo😊

[@aralynrivers7162]

2 axolotls were rehomed to me recently so this is great timing for me :) their names are Gigi and Harvey!

[@thatcatorange]

My cats name is Gigi 😂

[@stevenlannon1020]

Great vid with lots of good information. I just wanted to add that bloodworms should only be a staple diet while young. They don't really contain the nutrition needed for larger lotls. Great for treats though! I do that and some white fish. Love my 2 brain celled water puppy.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

yes! good point :DD we love our two brain celled water puppies hahaha!

[@Ends_Of_Invention]

Thanks for this great video - simple, to the point, and explains the various options. We're receiving a rehomed axolotl tomorrow and this video is super helpful.

[@Froggy12436]

I’ve got a Axolotl as a pet already that I’ve owned for years but always looking at updated care! Very useful video!

[@savvycrafts18]

Do the worms have to be alive

[@Froggy12436]

@@savvycrafts18 I’ve never heard of anyone feeding their axies worms that aren’t alive- besides bloodworms, which in my opinion, shouldn’t be fed often.

[@savvycrafts18]

Ok well I saw some freeze dried worms but I wasn’t sure if that was good for them.

[@Froggy12436]

@@savvycrafts18 I’m not sure if they’d even eat them. Personally I wouldn’t waste the money, because they would also probably make the tank pretty dirty.

[@savvycrafts18]

Ok thank you

[@LordVoltRod2c]

A really great warning would be about the tentacle like formation growing out its neck. That is not for decoration but is actually the axolotls' lungs. Fish are most likely going to be trying to pick at the lungs growing out from the neck. You want to keep those very safe as that is how the axolotl gets oxygen. I think this information should become viral and well known so please spread the word around. There are no bad hair days for these little guys instead it would respiratory problems. They probably get stressed by temperatures over sixty degrees as that would set the axolotl up for lung rot instead of fin rot. Have a nice day!

[@erinstrickler1763]

Thanks for this! We’re preparing for an axolotl… my friend has babies and is giving us one in a month or so once they get big enough. My son has decided to name it waffles 😅

[@shinlovemaill]

Thank you tons for this video! Me and my mom are planning to adopt an axolotl, but we have never kept any aquatic animals, and this video is very informational in the aspect that you can grasp onto what it needs really quickly.

[@ReneeMasters-Guest]

im using my nans competer and i dont have a axolol yet but im in love with them and this video is really going to help!THANK YOU 4 POSTING THIS

[@phimhoathinhthieunhi77]

"Loved the interaction between the pets at [3:30]! Your videos always bring a smile to my face. 🐶🐱"

[@DecayDollar]

Thank you so much! This was so helpful I’m getting an axolotl soon and I’m trying to get a tank set up and I needed this information

[@spookyobsessed]

Thank you for this! I just got mine at a reptile expo today! One of my dream pets!

[@jamesm6234]

My 9yr old loves axolotles we enjoyed video thanks for all the helpful information

[@sfsorion9426]

Thanks for this. I’m getting an axolotl soon, so these are good tips

[@thekosalchannel9608]

Thank you so much for telling me this without you. I did not know what to do with my new pet Axolotl

[@Italkswaytoomuchly]

I love tiny water dragons 😊

[@harpernatale3934]

Im very late but im gonna get one for my birthday!! (Maybe) and this helped alot. I did tons of research already and i learned new things in this video. Thank you so much!

[@KasieLeow-u9z]

I'll be getting my first axolotl your video really helps me learn about them.

[@Railinshomeaccount]

Thank you so much for this video, this was very helpful for someone who is soon going to be the owner of an axolotl. I have gotten a lot of take away from this and I have learned alot about my soon-to-be pet.❤❤

[@destinycoffey3087]

I just ran across your account and thank you for this information. I was given three axolotl to take care of yesterday. They have a 55 gallon tank and a filter but they have no decorations, I had no clue what to put in there for them, you have been really helpful!

[@ZDeadThingy]

with the hang over if the flow is too much, you can use a bit of wool on the out pipe and it will defuse and polish the water

[@aquaticma]

Great info as usually! I always wanted to try keeping an axolotl for years but in my area and especially my animal room, I can't maintain a temperature below 78 degrees. Some people here in Florida use frozen water bottles to keep the temperatures down but the most effective is a chiller. I've never found a chiller that is worth the noise in my house. I didn't know you can keep them with plants and sand! Great video!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

thanks for watching!

[@pawebroszko4737]

you can also get more plants to filter nitrate from water (self sufficient poop removal). And in summer throw ice to aquarium. Get a plastic bag, fill it with water put in freezer. I live in continental climate so in summer you should throw one bag min to somehow regulate temp.

[@Deerfoxer]

Hello, I know this video is a little old but I have a couple questions as I want to get one of these guys for myself, but I just want to know a few things. 1. When mentioning live plants and decoration, is there a point where the vegetation can become excessive? I have seen pictures of their natural habitat and it seems very full of vegetation. 2. Should I keep the axolotl in a small room, or a larger open space? Mainly for cleaning reasons 3. When mentioning they have sensitive eyes to light, could you use dimmer colors like a very dark blue or green for them? Or is that still too much for them?

[@playtimewithmatthias4324]

Such a great video. Thank you!! We’re researching now.

[@TwanetteMuller]

THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THIS VIDEO,we are getting one in few weeks time and need to know how they eat and how to take care of them,thank you

[@mrstardust8718]

Im very glad that I found this video it gave me a lot of knowledge that I need to look after my axolotl. liked

[@iamOTHER44]

I always wanted to know about turtles and how they sleep (as both hatchlings and adults if there’s a difference). Just wanted to know your thoughts on it since there aren’t many videos about the subject. Great video btw

[@TheTurtleGirl]

interesting question! I'll have to think about that one :D

[@michaelhawkins7389]

@@TheTurtleGirl AXOLOTL can live for 10 - 15 years , even though you can have them as pets , they are in fact rare and are on the endangered species list

[@jozlyn3687]

I keep my axolotl with ghost shrimp and mystery snails! He eats the shrimp from time to time which I’ve seen/heard isn’t bad for him. He just climbs over the snails like they’re not even there lol, those would be the best tank mates I’ve experienced with an axolotl

[@cryptocorner2253]

Thanks for all the great info, TTG. Always great to see your new videos.

[@TheTurtleGirl]

appreciate the constant support!

[@zaza-sw2sn]

i can't get over the shirt i love it! This is a really helpful vid and helped me take care of my axolotl, skwishy

[@amandaritzau2602]

I have had my boy for 2 years. Finally found someone with that hammock in a video. And I can see which ones were safe for them. I hope.. I got a very lazy boy. Hes housed in a 40 breeder with some live plants couple of hides and i change out pvc shape. I am currently treating his floofs/gills.. sigh this happened last summer as well. I definitely need to invest in a chiller. Fans and frozen bottles dont cut it in july.

[@BurntToast642]

This is the video that got me the basic idea of getting one now I have a full tank in my room and a little axolotl named Gilbert

[@TheTurtleGirl]

aw that is awesome! Gilbert is a great name for an axolotl.

[@Dr.RivkaEdery]

We might get one and this was very helpful- thank you so much! ❤

[@TiffyCorbin]

Thank you for the video! I’m considering getting one for myself and am stuck between one of these guys or a bearded dragon…maybe considering a turtle too. I want them all! But I want to make sure I am able to provide the care and time they require before I make a decision. This was super helpful though.

[@Tonytigertickles]

Someone just posted on my Snapchat trying to re-home theirs.. really tempting but I want to make sure I'm ready for it

[@Kira_malino]

i want an axolotl pet, so i want as much information as possible. ill research more, thanks for this video and the warning at the start

[@megaman37456]

I'm currently researching axolotls as I'm considering getting one myself, problem is I'm a hardcore gamer, so I worry that even across the room away from the TV the Axolotl would get stressed from the light, I was thinking maybe a mangrove styled tank with some nice long tunnels might work but I'm not sure, any Axolotl owners know if this is a good or bad idea? Keep in mind the mangrove would be made from stuff purchased from the pet store and I am aware the tank needs to be fresh water, so basically an "Artificial" mangrove.

[@kumah0]

im getting a axolotl on my birthday so this helps alot:)

[@xxpokemondudexx969]

How is it doing

[@joleneswanson5520]

I broke down every step that you said and thank you for this I really need it 🙏🙏😂🎉❤

[@kimoose8]

Do you test your water parameters like you would for a fish tank? If so, which ones are most important?

[@claylemaster1907]

Nitrates. If your tank is cycled only thing will go up is nitrates. Live plants will use those nitrates and act as water purifiers and reduce how often you need to actually change water. Still need water changes tho

[@Macaroni87]

Any aquatic animals will require regular water testing, and the most important parameters (and this goes for most freshwater tanks) are ammonia, nitrite, and nitrate. Ammonia always needs to be 0 nitrite always needs to be 0 and nitrate needs to be low, but usually not 0

[@dahamsta]

Great video, well done.

[@amandaritzau2602]

Great video! Mochi is adorable! Where did you get the Hammock I'm really hesitant to put anything in there without experience with a product. I'm always worried hes gonna get a toe stuck or something in the mesh.

[@colefruguglietti8684]

Mine has been chilling with some discus for like 4 years at 86 degrees and does just fine

[@nicklawson6717]

I loved the video. I will probably two one for me and one for my brother

[@Mel-rp3en]

I love Axolotl

[@AlienSnowflake]

I saw axolotl's in the pet sbop earlier. They look so cute. I wanted to get one coz dad was getting some fish in our tank. Then realized they needed huge space so I couldnt. Plus putting them in the fish tank is bad. It could eat the smaller fish XD Maybe in the future, who knows

[@simplybella673]

I’ve always wanted one! Great video!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

they're pretty cool!

[@Axolotl123cute]

I might get an axolotl on my birthday next year

[@Misseden89]

Great informative video! Love the T shirt super cute

[@davidharrison7463]

Hi. Thanks for the upload from 🇬🇧. I have a 4 foot long by 2 feet wide aquarium but I only have one Axolotl. I'm getting 2 more tomorrow, how many could I have in an aquarium of that size? Also, I don't like plain bottom aquariums so people could do what I have done which is to cover the bottom with a thin layer of Aquarium (fish safe) adhesive & sprinkle small grain, aquatic sand onto it so it sticks, this way you won't lose any, the Axolotls get a grip & won't eat any, it also looks good.

[@buckharrington3213]

Thanks for the info I'll take your advice because I'm really thinking about getting one I didn't finish the video I'm on 30 when I'm finished I'll post

[@charleshansen3393]

Thank you for the great info.

[@Icyy_On_Paws]

Thank you Im getting an axoloto in a few days!

[@kevinnickerson3472]

Axolotl‘s are so cute

[@MJG1]

I love an axelotl😊

[@BenRush]

Wonderful video

[@ashleykeate337]

I named my pink axolotl Mochi too!

[@captaincunt7768]

I absolutely love your voice 🫶💚

[@ronmoore3947]

Great info😊

[@chihuahuasandgeckos]

Hey! I have a quick question about chillers for axolotls. I viewed your video on how to keep the axolotl tanks chilled/cold, but I have a quick question. I live in a place where it gets extremely hot, up to 106°F outside just about every summer and spring, but the winters are usually pretty cold. I’m not sure I can afford a chiller, because they’re awfully expensive and I don’t think I can afford it. Do you think an aquarium fan (and sometimes, especially in summer) small frozen water bottles in the tank would be enough to keep the temperature stable and low? Or should I start considering a chiller? Thank you so much! 🙂

[@reidheller3927]

A fan and frozen water bottles probably wouldn't be stable enough. These animals needs specific/stable temperatures. I would look into getting a chiller.

[@chihuahuasandgeckos]

@@reidheller3927 Yes. I have decided that. I looked into it more and thought it would not be enough. Thank you for letting me know, too! Wanted to make sure I got all the information right before even considering getting one.

[@katiephillips6691]

I’m going to get an axolotl some day to!🤩

[@HM3FMSS]

Thank you, Turtle Girl, great instructional!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

Happy to hear it!

[@makhiaGanies]

Can Axolotl use a bubbler in a fish tank or is that still too much water movement

[@Zaysworld23]

Beautiful axolotls

[@chrisc.czarnopys7618]

First time hearing of an axolotl. Wow!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

they're pretty amazing!

[@kariscolorjoyandhenrypower504]

So cute 🥰

[@Martin-mg7oo]

I found your video verry helpful thanks alot!❤

[@don.richard8823]

Great review thank you for sharing with us ! 👍🏼

[@budiawan1784]

suhu air di aquarium² ku bisa mencapai 31° c. Saya suka "ikan" ini, tetapi TIDAK MAMPU bikin air aquarium ku cukup sejuk baginya. terimakasih sudah membagi info kebutuhan dasar nya.

[@FletcherRichmond]

Mincraft axoltls are so cuteeeee

[@iamliterallyagoose5936]

I just got a razorback musk turtle and your videos helped me a lot :D

[@TheTurtleGirl]

I'm really glad to hear that goose :D

[@iamliterallyagoose5936]

@@TheTurtleGirl thanks! :D His name is Elon (literally copied from you) and he’s 1 week old.

[@peterdamico336]

Hi! I was wondering if its possible to keep a diamondback terrapin in a reef tank, I have been doing some research about the salinity and it seems like it might be possible. However I wanted to see if you had done any research on the matter or had any advice. You were the person who made me fall in love with diamondback terrapin's!

[@joshaustin9119]

That would be risky. DB is brackish. I've never heard of brackish reef

[@lemonberry774]

Enjoyed the video! New to this channel so sorry if you already answered it, but where did you get that shirt?

[@KC2Sunshine]

Is there too low of a temp for axolotls? My basement is pretty consistently 55-60 F which is where i would ideally keep them. But i don't want them to freeze either!

[@brooklynlefevre]

Should I remove them from the tank when cleaning and water changing? Does its temporary space have to be larger than ten gallons?

[@Jacksolotl]

Hello!! Very late to this vide but thank u I needed this!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

Youre welcome!

[@I_Exist90]

I have 2 axolotals, and their tank isnt doing great. My cooler died a few months ago, and we've been using ice ever since. It gets to a temperature of 75 usually, and the axo's don't look good. I might buy a fan today, but I need some more advice :D

[@I_Exist90]

there amonia temperatures also arent good, reaching to 8.

[@weirdscience6820]

If it grows to 14 inches thats half the length of a 20 gallon long which by the way, it'd be more helpful to specify how long a 20 gallon long or a 40 breeder is. So a 20 gal long is 75cm and an axolotl growing to nearly half that means the tank won't be big enough.

[@theresanorris9447]

OK I WILL KEEP THAT IN MIND

[@MrCastroFPS]

Could u share the brand of the worms u got out of the refrigerator and where do u buy it? Thanks

[@Baru.nka.]

hi can i feed my axolotl eartworm? )

[@AnnabelGrant-s3t]

Hii! I got my axolotl + tank about 2 weeks ago! This is all good, however, the tank (as soon as I added the water) went really brown. I have no driftwood or anything, how do i fix it! i did a small 30% water change today, it just made everything worst. I need help!

[@itzsnipz]

Im looking to maybe get one can i have a link to a good aquarium chiller im okay with price i just need something really effective i have a pacman frog in my room so my room normally stays fairly hot so its needed

[@Itsgiving_adventuretime_stan]

Have you thought of having rocks for the substrate that way they can’t eat it and still has traction

[@raviruparell5302]

Im doing my research

[@Extema.]

I sadly had to get rid of my axolotl cuz he was hard I’m just a 10 year old kid we couldn’t handle him I didn’t expect it to be so hard:(

[@MrSsssss1111]

Hi, do you ever turn off the filter or is it on 24/7 ?

[@ruthanngoodfield9337]

Love the video. What would you say would be pets similar to axolotl‘s for the people who live in states that axolotl‘s are illegal in?

[@TheTurtleGirl]

there are some cool oddball aquarium fish! Or look into other aquatic amphibians like certain newts/salamanders...although those may also be illegal or just hard to source haha

[@Erika-jq6sr]

Are u allowed to jsut get a worm outside and give it to them (cleaned) im considering to get a axolotl but i dont want to make any decisions if i cant take care of a axolotl or dont know anything

[@darkphoenix351]

Hey. I’m not sure if your reading these comment anymore but I would maybe like an opinion on my current setup. I have 2 male axolotls in a 20 gallon tank with 3 of those pipe hides that you have and a plastic plant that has no sharp edges. There on bear bottom with a bigger version of the filter that you do. I keep them in my bedroom which is only ever lit with a lantern that make there tank dimly lit. No sunlight. Water temp is always between 55-65 degrees. I change there water at least once a month. I think my set up is good but I always think I’m not doing something right. I defiantly need that aquarium siphon you talked about tho. The main thing I kind of wanted to know was if there are any ways of taming them more. Cause every time I try to transfer them to another holding container to fully clean there tank they go ballistic. Anyway that’s all I have to say. Any and all tips you may have for me would be greatly appreciated.there also nearly 2 years old and sibling

[@Scaredy_Cat-fe6vz]

I know this was a year ago, but I'll reply to this on the offhand chance you see it. :) This tank is too small for them. Axolotls require 29 gallons at minimum, and 40 gallons is the minimum tank size for two. It's better to have at least 60 gallons for two. You probably need to be changing the water more often, as once a month with two in that small of a tank will lead to a lot of waste. Weekly water changes are necessary for one in a 29 gallon tank. To help keep them calmer when handling them, try to interact with them more. Feed them from your hand, do some cleaning with them in the tank so they can clearly see you, and always be as gentle as possible. Food is probably the best way to get them to trust you, as they will associate you with food. However, this can mean they'll bite your hands. Axolotls aren't the smartest creatures out there.

[@filejobean]

Does the evaporation cause any molding or mildew on the shelf above? Or does it depend on how much space is between the top of the tank and the shelf?

[@ziggy2582]

considering adopting one.. how often do you feed them? If we leave for a week vacation, would we need to have someone come to our home and feed them?

[@Daphjones123]

Hi there, what did you use to create the hammock I’d really like to make one for my girl

[@State48TurtleTortoise]

Hey. You better be at Animalcon next year!

[@zakmorris8357]

Great video!

[@TheTurtleGirl]

thanks Zak!

[@dipinmylip1171]

Axolotls are not virtually extinct in the wild as you say. My private pond on my property here in Rifle Colorado has a massive population of them, alongside crawfish and frogs. I've caught dozens of them in my crawfish traps and rehomed them inside in our aquarium. They love to eat Brine Shrimp and Blood Worms.

[@John-Mar]

Wild Axolotls are endangered

[@nicolevigil9874]

Are they axolotls? Or baby tiger salamanders lol

[@allanamaa]

@@nicolevigil9874probably baby tiger salamanders cause they basically look the same lol

[@judywu9812]

Your shirt is so cuteeee

[@TheTurtleGirl]

thanks!

[@skinnybballer]

We kept our tanks cool by freezing bottles of water and then rotating them in and out of the tank 😅

[@seapinkoyster]

that's actually a really great idea!