When I first began my journey into owning an exotic pet, the Axolotl—scientifically called Ambystoma mexicanum—immediately captured my attention. This aquatic salamander species is native to the lakes of Xochimilco and Chalco in Mexico, where …
Axolotls are most comfortable in dim, cool water and spend much of the bright day resting. They become active when the lights are low, which makes many keepers ask if axolotls are nocturnal. The short, …
Axolotls are some of the most fascinating pets you can keep in an aquarium. With their smiling faces, feather-like gills, and unusual way of life, they easily capture the attention of both children and adults. …
Many new axolotl owners get confused and ask, can axolotls breathe air? At first, it looks like they only use their feathery gills to take oxygen from water, but sometimes you may see them swim …
If you are planning to keep an axolotl as a pet, the first question that comes to mind is often, “How long do axolotls live?” I remember asking the same when I first saw this …
