{"title":"Axolotls","description":"\u003cp\u003eCare for fascinating aquatic salamanders with our healthy, captive-bred axolotls. Unique, low-temperature freshwater pets with expressive features.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"axolotls","title":"Axolotls","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"463\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"128\" data-end=\"161\"\u003eAxolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"161\" data-end=\"164\"\u003eAxolotls are \u003cstrong data-start=\"177\" data-end=\"207\"\u003eunique aquatic salamanders\u003c\/strong\u003e native to \u003cstrong data-start=\"218\" data-end=\"228\"\u003eMexico\u003c\/strong\u003e, famous for their \u003cstrong data-start=\"247\" data-end=\"305\"\u003eexternal gills, wide heads, and regenerative abilities\u003c\/strong\u003e. They are fully aquatic and remain in their larval form throughout life, making them a fascinating and interactive species for advanced aquarium hobbyists.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"483\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"465\" data-end=\"481\"\u003eQuick Facts:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"536\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"486\" data-end=\"497\"\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/strong\u003e Mexico (Lakes Xochimilco and Chalco)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"567\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"539\" data-end=\"550\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ambystomatidae\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"596\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"570\" data-end=\"585\"\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e 20–30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"626\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"599\" data-end=\"612\"\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e 10–15 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"696\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"629\" data-end=\"645\"\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Peaceful, solitary; may nibble fins of tankmates\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"744\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"699\" data-end=\"714\"\u003eTank Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bottom-level, fully aquatic\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"842\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"747\" data-end=\"756\"\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore – live\/frozen foods such as bloodworms, earthworms, and small feeder fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"899\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"845\" data-end=\"867\"\u003eWater Temperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e 16–20 °C (cool water species)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"925\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"902\" data-end=\"915\"\u003epH Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e 6.5–8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"973\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"928\" data-end=\"947\"\u003eWater Hardness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Soft to moderately hard\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"1062\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"976\" data-end=\"991\"\u003eTank Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Large tank with sandy substrate, hiding spots, and gentle filtration\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1148\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1065\" data-end=\"1083\"\u003eCompatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e Best kept alone or with other axolotls; avoid fin-nipping fish\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1189\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong data-start=\"1151\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Moderate to advanced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1203\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1191\" data-end=\"1201\"\u003eNotes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1206\" data-end=\"1296\"\u003eSensitive to high temperatures and poor water quality; maintain stable, cool conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1297\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1299\" data-end=\"1381\"\u003eDo not use gravel; sand or bare-bottom tanks are preferred to prevent ingestion.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Newtown Aquarium AU","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52983532224672,"sku":null,"price":100.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0491\/7942\/6976\/files\/ImageComingSoon_Default_7c8c5e0e-ac0b-43b0-8f82-41306db79ef4.png?v=1776915827"}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0491\/7942\/6976\/collections\/ImageComingSoon_Default_84fdfff1-3a4d-421f-a5c8-181f8f9e40bb.png?v=1786354653","url":"https:\/\/newtownaquarium.com.au\/collections\/axolotls.oembed","provider":"Newtown Aquarium AU","version":"1.0","type":"link"}