How to Care for Axolotls - Exam
  • 1. What is the ideal water temperature for axolotls?
A) 85-90°F (29-32°C)
B) 60-68°F (15-20°C)
C) 75-80°F (24-27°C)
D) 32-40°F (0-4°C)
  • 2. What type of substrate is best for an axolotl tank?
A) Gravel
B) Artificial turf
C) Large rocks
D) Fine sand or bare bottom
  • 3. How often should you perform a water change in an axolotl tank?
A) Never
B) 100% monthly
C) 50% daily
D) 20-30% weekly
  • 4. What is a common food source for axolotls?
A) Earthworms
B) Lettuce
C) Bananas
D) Dog food
  • 5. Why is gravel dangerous for axolotls?
A) It's too slippery for them to walk on.
B) It releases harmful chemicals.
C) It causes fin rot.
D) They can ingest it and become impacted.
  • 6. What is neoteny, a characteristic of axolotls?
A) Breathing through their skin only
B) Retaining larval characteristics into adulthood
C) The ability to change color
D) Regenerating entire limbs
  • 7. What pH level is ideal for axolotl water?
A) 8.5-9.5
B) 5.0-6.0
C) 6.5-8.0
D) 3.0-4.0
  • 8. What is a sign of stress in an axolotl?
A) Healthy appetite
B) Active swimming
C) Curled tail
D) Bright coloration
  • 9. Can you keep axolotls together?
A) No, they will always fight.
B) Only females can be kept together.
C) Yes, if they are of similar size and well-fed.
D) Only males can be kept together.
  • 10. What type of lighting is best for axolotls?
A) Bright fluorescent lighting
B) UVB lighting
C) Direct sunlight
D) Low or no lighting
  • 11. What is the minimum tank size for one adult axolotl?
A) 40 gallons
B) 5 gallons
C) 20 gallons
D) 10 gallons
  • 12. What is a common disease that affects axolotls?
A) Rabies
B) Chickenpox
C) Fungal infections
D) Mumps
  • 13. How do axolotls breathe?
A) Gills, skin, and lungs
B) Lungs only
C) Gills only
D) Skin only
  • 14. Why should you avoid using tap water directly in an axolotl tank?
A) It lacks essential minerals.
B) It's too salty.
C) It contains chlorine/chloramine.
D) It's too cold.
  • 15. How often should you feed an adult axolotl?
A) 2-3 times per week
B) Every other day
C) Daily
D) Once per week
  • 16. What type of filter is generally recommended for axolotl tanks?
A) Undergravel filter
B) Sponge filter
C) Power filter with strong flow
D) No filter needed
  • 17. What should you do if your axolotl develops a fungal infection?
A) Ignore it, it will go away on its own
B) Consult a vet and/or perform salt baths
C) Add more plants to the tank
D) Increase the water temperature
  • 18. What is the lifespan of an axolotl in captivity?
A) 20-30 years
B) 1-2 years
C) 5-15 years
D) Less than a year
  • 19. What does it mean if an axolotl's gills are pointing forward?
A) They are sleeping.
B) They are stressed.
C) They are hungry.
D) They are happy.
  • 20. What should you do before introducing a new axolotl to an existing tank?
A) Introduce them immediately.
B) Quarantine the new axolotl.
C) Mix their food together first.
D) Change all the water in the existing tank.
  • 21. What is a black beard in an axolotl a sign of?
A) Hunger
B) Stress
C) Good health
D) Mating season
  • 22. What human food is safe for Axolotls?
A) None
B) Bread
C) Cooked Chicken
D) Lettuce
  • 23. What should be done when using tap water for an Axolotl tank?
A) Dechlorinate the water first
B) Freeze it
C) Boil it
D) Nothing special
  • 24. How can you tell if an Axolotl is overfed?
A) Brighter Colors
B) Faster gill movement
C) Increased activity
D) A large, swollen belly
  • 25. What temperature is dangerous for axolotls
A) Above 75°F (24°C)
B) Exactly 65°F (18°C)
C) Below 60°F (15°C)
D) Exactly 70°F (21°C)
  • 26. What is an Axolotl?
A) A type of worm
B) A type of salamander
C) A breed of frog
D) A species of fish
  • 27. Where do Axolotls naturally live?
A) Nile River
B) Mississippi River
C) Amazon River
D) Lake Xochimilco, Mexico
  • 28. Are Axolotls endangered?
A) Near Threatened
B) Vulnerable
C) No
D) Yes
  • 29. Why do Axolotls need hiding spots?
A) To catch prey
B) To lay eggs
C) To stay warm
D) To reduce stress
  • 30. What is the best way to cycle a tank before adding an axolotl?
A) Leaving the tank empty for a week
B) Using ammonia to establish beneficial bacteria
C) Adding plants
D) Adding fish food
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