All About Axolotls

The Axolotl Planet blog is your one-stop shop for everything you need to know about axolotls! From axolotl genetics, to their history in Mexico, to the truth about the rumored "blue axolotl," we have all the information you need to become an expert on these amazing aquatic creatures.

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Axolotl vs. Other Aquatic Pets: A Comparative Guide
Fun Facts

Axolotl vs. Other Aquatic Pets: A Comparative Guide

Are you considering introducing an aquatic pet into your home but not quite sure which one is the right fit? You've probably heard of popular options like betta fish, goldfish, or turtles. But have...

Health & NutritionAxolotl Food: Axolotl eating a nightcrawler

The Ultimate Guide to Axolotl Nutrition: The Best Axolotl Food for Every Life Stage

This guide navigates the ideal axolotl food for each life stage: axolotl babies, juveniles, and adults.

FAQsDo Axolotls Need a Fish Tank?

Do Axolotls Need a Fish Tank?

Axolotls, also known as the "Mexican walking fish," are a unique and fascinating species of salamanders that have captured the attention of scientists and pet enthusiasts alike. If you're consideri...

FAQsWhat Do Axolotls Need in Their Tanks?

What Do Axolotls Need in Their Tanks?

Axolotls, also known as the "Mexican walking fish," are a unique and fascinating species of salamanders that are popular pets among aquarium enthusiasts. If you're considering keeping axolotls as p...

FAQsWhat are GFP Axolotls?

What are GFP Axolotls?

GFP axolotls, also known as green fluorescent protein axolotls, are a unique and fascinating species of salamanders that have captured the attention of scientists and enthusiasts alike. In this blo...

Fun Facts15 Unique Facts About Axolotls

15 Unique Facts About Axolotls

Axolotls, also known as the "Mexican walking fish," are unique and fascinating creatures that have captured the attention of people all over the world. These salamanders have a fascinating biology,...

Guides & How-To'sIn-Tank Cycling Guide

In-Tank Cycling Guide

Cycling your aquarium is known to be a daunting task among seasoned aquarium hobbyists and new aquarium owners alike, however, we have perfected a system that allows you to have immediate succe...

Guides & How-To'sAxolotl Tank Setup and Care

Axolotl Tank Setup and Care

Introduction Setting up your axolotl’s new home can be very exciting, however, it is important to follow the right process so you know that your new axolotl will be as happy and healthy as possible...

FAQsCan You Keep Axolotls Together?

Can You Keep Axolotls Together?

Introduction With how many beautiful morphs of axolotls that exist out there in the world, it makes sense that people want to collect them all like pokemon. But not so fast, our exuberant axolotl e...

FAQsWhat To Do If Your Axolotls Accidentally Breed

What To Do If Your Axolotls Accidentally Breed

Introduction Many axolotl owners run into the problem of going to check on their axolotls one day and finding hundreds of eggs in the tank! They had no idea their axolotls were even opposite sex be...

FAQsWhere Do Axolotls Live?

Where Do Axolotls Live?

One of the things we love about the strange little eponymous creatures we raise at Axolotl Planet is how strange they look. We’ve even been asked if they're fish (read more about this in our articl...

FAQsAre Axolotls Fish?

Are Axolotls Fish?

At Axolotl Planet, we get lots of questions about the strange and fantastic creatures known as Axolotls. One question that we often get—usually from the parents of very enthusiastic children—is “So...