Amphibians are vertebrates which need water, or at least moist environment to reproduce and survive. Most amphibians go through complex life cycle by spending time on both water and land. Amphibian Species include newts, salamanders, toads, frogs, and Axolotls.
The axolotl is a salamander native to Mexico and Central America. They are often referred to as the Mexican walking fish, or simply the walking fish. The scientific name, Ambystoma mexicanum, comes from Nahuatl and means “water-holding” or “salt water creature”. Talking about axolotls and their characteristics, what about when …
Frogs are known as amphibians with many species with different habitats. We only see tree frogs, semi aquatic frogs, or land frogs around us. Did you know there are aquatic frogs that are always in the water? The fully aquatic frogs are African clawed frog, African dwarf frog, Western dwarf …
Frogs are cute little creatures that can become rather bizarre, yet so rewarding, pets. However, there are very many species of frogs and each of them requires special care, but frog owners often find the personality of frogs a little confusing. Why is my frog mouth open? Pacman frog keeps …
Have you recently acquired a pet axolotl? Or are you considering acquiring a pet axolotl? In either case, one of the things you will need to give some thought to is the name you will be giving to your axolotl. In this article, you will find information on some of …
Owning an axolotl requires special knowledge to keep them healthy, and one of the main things is their diet. Several foods can be given to axolotls, and the most common are worms. The many types of worms make axolotl owners confused, which ones to give and which ones not to …
An axolotl is a Mexican breed of aquatic salamander that is native to the United States and Mexico, but it is also quite common in Asia, especially China. The Axolotl has been bred in captivity and released into the wild by various conservation organizations as a way to reintroduce this …
Has your house ever been visited by frogs, and some of the frogs entered the house and hid? Some people like and take the frog to be a pet, but some want the frog to get out of the house. But if a frog hides, how do you get it …
Every axolotl owner wants to give their exotic pet a proper diet. Sometimes beginner owners are confused about what food to provide and decide to give fish food. According to beginner owners, axolotls are not much different from other fish because they are in the same environment. Can axolotls eat …
Having an exotic pet like Axolotl who has lived in a little population is a big responsibility. Axolotl must be considered fully in terms of water requirements and also their diet. Axolotl’s primary diet is meat. They need diet protein because they are in their digestive system. Determining what food …
Having exotic animals doesn’t mean you can have them as pets everywhere. One exotic animal that has become the target of many aquatic pet lovers is the axolotl. The decreasing population of axolotls makes many people want to keep them as pets before the critically endangered animal becomes extinct. Having …
Axolotls, scientific name Ambystoma mexicanum, is a type of paedomorphic salamander related to the tiger salamander. The axolotl species was initially found in a number of lakes such as Lake Xochimilco in Mexico city. One interesting and unique feature of the axolotl is that they reach adulthood without passing through …
The main thing that every pet owner always thinks about their pet is diet and nutrition. Finding out about diet amphibians such as the axolotl will be a challenge for beginners. Some common foods that axolotls can feed are worms, crustaceans, insects, and small fish. What about tilapia? Can axolotl …
Axolotls are a type of salamander that have been used as pets in the United States and Mexico since the late 1950s. They are native to Mexico, where they can be found in rivers and lakes. In parts of Texas, they are also found in ponds and rivers. Talking of …
Axolotls are a type of salamander that have been used as pets in the United States and Mexico since the late 1950s. They are native to Mexico, where they can be found in rivers and lakes. In parts of Texas, they are also found in ponds and rivers. Talking of …
Despite the axolotl being a fascinating creature that is found in Mexico, the majority of the world has never seen one. Axolotls are aquatic salamanders who can only survive in the wild. Due to this fact, they are highly prized pets and require specialized care. Talking of axolotl and their …
The axolotl is a neotenic salamander (Ambystoma mexicanum). Like other aquatic Ambystoma, the axolotl can regenerate most of its body parts from injury or surgical removal. The adult axolotls are about 8 inches long and are native to Lake Xochimilco in Mexico City. Talking of axolotls and their characteristics, what …
Having an axolotl in good health is a dream for all aquatic pet owners. Providing a proper diet, excellent water requirements, and a cozy environment will make the axolotl feel at home in the tank without any problems. But sometimes, some things can go sideways and make the axolotl experience …
Having an axolotl is the same as having a big responsibility because you are caring for an animal with critically endangered status. Choosing foods with high nutrition is the duty of every axolotl’s owner to keep their pet healthy. One of the foods that we know are good for growth …
Axolotl or Mexican walking fish has many morphs and colors. Because the Axolotl is starting to be classified as critically endangered, many enthusiasts want to take care of Axolotl to prevent it from becoming extinct. If you prefer to choose common Axolotl types, there are wild types and leucistic easily …
One of the most challenging aspects of axolotl pet care is that of keeping the axolotl’s tank cool. Yet if your axolotl is to survive and thrive, it needs a cool tank. In this article, you will find comprehensive information on how you can keep your axolotl’s tank cool. This …
The axolotl is a super unique aquatic pet. It’s a salamander that looks like a fish and is gaining popularity due to its critically endangered status. Axolotls have many shapes and colors. When placing an axolotl in an aquarium, many wonder whether it is possible to put live plants into …
Axolotls, also called Mexican walking fish, are a species of aquatic salamander native to the lakes of Mexico and Guatemala. Axolotls are unusual in that they retain their gills throughout their life, meaning they never need to leave the water to breathe air. Although there is no equivalent species to …
Having an exotic aquatic pet will feel more challenging if we have more than one. The axolotl is one of the best choices for aquatic pet owners because of its uniqueness and is classified as critically endangered. Many want to take care of them to provide a happy life rather …
Owning a happy axolotl in a tank like its natural habitat is the dream of all aquatic pet owners. One idea to give the tank a natural atmosphere is to put plants inside the tank. Not all types of plants can be an option because putting inappropriate plants can be …
An axolotl is actually a type of salamander that lives in Mexico and parts of Central America. There are many different subspecies, but they all look very similar to one another. The one most commonly found in pet stores is called Ambystoma mexicanum, which means “Mexican water tiger”. Talking of …