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Do You Need to Cycle an Axolotl Tank?
Axolotl care

Do You Need to Cycle an Axolotl Tank?

Folks ask this question a lot: "Do I need to wait for the tank to finish cycling before I get an axolotl?" Surprisingly: The answer isn't always yes, if you know what to do. Before you freak out at...

Axolotl careCan Axolotls and Snails Live Together Okay?

Can Axolotls and Snails Live Together Okay?

Axolotl owners often want to know the answer: Are aquarium snails and axolotls compatible? Is it safe or okay to mix them? Here's what you need to know before attempting to put them together. In th...

Axolotl aggression triggersNipping in Axolotls: How to Prevent it

Nipping in Axolotls: How to Prevent it

Have you ever seen your axolotl swim quickly away from another after getting bitten? Then you may just have witnessed a nip! Why is this, and how can we stop it from happening again? Today's post i...

Axolotl care15 Safe Live Plants to Keep with Axolotls in their Tank

15 Safe Live Plants to Keep with Axolotls in their Tank

What plants are safe to use with axolotl tanks? What plants are easy for beginners and don't demand much in terms of substrate or care? Good news: I've experimented with many plants over the years,...

Axolotl careBest Feeding Tongs for Axolotl Pets: Comparison + Guide

Best Feeding Tongs for Axolotl Pets: Comparison + Guide

Are you wondering how to use tongs to feed your pet axolotl, or which one is best? Today's post is going to cover just that, as well as why you would want to get some in the first place. Let's dig ...

Axolotl careDo Axolotls Smell Bad?

Do Axolotls Smell Bad?

One concern most new pet owners have at some point is this: Smell. "Will an axolotl stink?" "Will my house smell like a dead fish... sewage... or something worse?" Today I want to help you learn if...