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