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