Overview
The Axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) is a intermediate freshwater species known for its pink-white (leucistic), brown (wild), black, gold, gfp green coloration. Neotenic. Bottom.
Origin & Appearance
Origin: Mexico.
Colors: Pink-White (leucistic), Brown (wild), Black, Gold, GFP Green.
Body Shape: Axolotl (robust aquatic salamander). Typical adult dimensions: 30.0 x 6.0 x 6.0.
Sexual Dimorphism: Subtle; males have swollen cloaca, females rounder.
Tank & Water Requirements
| Min Tank Size | 20 gallons |
| Temperature | 61–68°F |
| pH Range | 6.5–7.5 |
| Water Hardness (GH) | 5-15 |
| Bioload | low |
| Oxygen Demand | medium |
| Plant Safe | mostly |
| Aquarium Position | Bottom |
Behavior & Activity
Slow bottom walker; uses legs to walk across substrate; feathery external gills wave in current; occasional slow swimming; mostly resting
Speed: 18/100Aggression: 2/10nocturnal
Breeding
Moderate; egg layer; 200-1000 eggs on plants
Common Diseases
💊 Chytrid fungus💊 bacterial💊 red-leg
Expert Notes
Neotenic; critically endangered; many colors