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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How Many Axolotl Colors Are There?
FAQs

How Many Axolotl Colors Are There?

Axolotls are notable for a variety of strange and wonderful features! Their flowing tail fins, their happy, dopey expressions, their feathery gills, and—what you’re probably interested in—their wid...

FAQsHow Can I Tell If My Axolotl Is A Boy or A Girl?

How Can I Tell If My Axolotl Is A Boy or A Girl?

The short answer is that, until an axolotl is sexually mature, it’s not possible to reliably tell whether an axolotl is male or female. Once they reach sexual maturity, though, it’s fairly easy to ...

Guides & How-To'sHow to Tub an Axolotl

How to Tub an Axolotl

When To Tub Your Axolotl Tubbing your axolotl may be necessary when your aquarium is not fully-cycled, contaminated, or otherwise not suitable to house your axolotl. Axolotls can be safely tubbed...

FAQsAre Axolotls Easy Pets?

Are Axolotls Easy Pets?

Are axolotls good pets? The short answer is: yes, axolotls can be very easy to care for. BUT, like every aquatic pet (especially amphibians) they require research, preparation, and consistency in ...

FAQsWhat are the Rarest Axolotls in the World?

What are the Rarest Axolotls in the World?

What is a morph? A morph is not a true scientific identifier, but it is the common term used by axolotl breeders and enthusiasts all around the world to describe a specific axolotl color, or pheno...

FAQsWhere Do Axolotls Live and Why Are They Endangered?

Where Do Axolotls Live and Why Are They Endangered?

Introduction Axolotls are a species of neotenic salamander that have skyrocketed in popularity in recent years, now ranked as the second most wanted pet, due to their adorable appearance and introd...

FAQsAre Blue Axolotls Real?

Are Blue Axolotls Real?

Introduction Many new axolotl enthusiasts frequently ask the question: Do blue axolotls exist? The answer to this is no, true blue axolotls do not exist. While there are many photos and videos on t...

The Science of AxolotlsAn Introduction to Axolotl Genetics

An Introduction to Axolotl Genetics

Introduction Axolotls are an amazingly beautiful species of neotenic salamander that come in all kinds of colors, some more rare than others! There are over 20 different colors, or morphs, of axolo...

Guides & How-To'sThe #1 Guide to Axolotl Sickness and Health

The #1 Guide to Axolotl Sickness and Health

Introduction Even in a seemingly ideal environment, axolotls can sometimes develop stress and illness. Health issues found in axolotls such as fungus, lack of appetite, curled gills, bacterial infe...

Guides & How-To'sHow to Clean Your Aquarium Filter

How to Clean Your Aquarium Filter

If your filter isn't cleaned properly, waste, uneaten food, and other decaying organic matter get caught inside of it and turn into a nitrate factory. Follow these instructions to clean your aquari...

Guides & How-To'sHow to Cycle an Aquarium

How to Cycle an Aquarium

Introduction Caring for axolotls is quite easy, if you know what you’re doing beforehand. Before you purchase your first axolotl, it’s essential that you have a few things prepared ahead of time fo...

Guides & How-To'sHow to Fix a Contaminated Aquarium

How to Fix a Contaminated Aquarium

Introduction In the event your water becomes contaminated with chemicals (soap, perfumes, scent sprays, cleaning solutions, etc.), You must immediately remove your axolotl and any other living cre...