How to Raise Axolotls
  • 1. What type of animal is an axolotl?
A) Reptile
B) Amphibian
C) Mammal
D) Fish
  • 2. What is the ideal water temperature for axolotls?
A) 75-80°F (24-27°C)
B) 40-50°F (4-10°C)
C) 60-68°F (15-20°C)
D) 85-90°F (29-32°C)
  • 3. What is neoteny?
A) A type of bacterial infection
B) Retaining larval characteristics into adulthood
C) A specific axolotl color morph
D) The process of shedding skin
  • 4. What size tank is recommended for one adult axolotl?
A) 10 gallons
B) 20 gallons
C) 40 gallons
D) 5 gallons
  • 5. What is a common substrate to AVOID in an axolotl tank?
A) Sand
B) Gravel
C) Bare bottom
D) Large slate tiles
  • 6. What pH level is ideal for axolotl water?
A) 8.5-9.5
B) 6.5-8.0
C) 5.0-6.0
D) 3.0-4.0
  • 7. What is a common food source for axolotls?
A) Earthworms
B) Fish flakes
C) Bread crumbs
D) Lettuce
  • 8. How often should you perform water changes in an axolotl tank?
A) Never
B) 100% weekly
C) 50% monthly
D) 20-30% weekly
  • 9. What should you do if an axolotl bites another axolotl's gills?
A) Ignore it, they will sort it out
B) Separate them
C) Apply medicine to the bite
D) Lower the water level
  • 10. What is a common sign of stress in axolotls?
A) Healthy appetite
B) Constant swimming
C) Curled gills
D) Fluffy gills
  • 11. Which of these is NOT a typical axolotl morph?
A) Albino
B) Leucistic
C) Koi
D) Wild type
  • 12. What do axolotls use their gills for?
A) Attracting mates
B) Digestion
C) Balance
D) Oxygen absorption
  • 13. What is 'cycling' a tank?
A) Replacing the filter media
B) Establishing beneficial bacteria
C) Adding decorations
D) Adjusting the water temperature
  • 14. Why is a filter important for an axolotl tank?
A) To remove waste and toxins
B) To provide a current for exercise
C) To provide a light source
D) To aerate the water
  • 15. What is the lifespan of an axolotl in captivity?
A) 6 months
B) 20-30 years
C) 1-3 years
D) 5-15 years
  • 16. Can axolotls regenerate limbs?
A) Only as juveniles
B) Only if treated with medicine
C) Yes
D) No
  • 17. What type of lighting is best for axolotls?
A) Dim or no lighting
B) Ultraviolet (UV) lighting
C) Bright, full-spectrum lighting
D) Red lighting
  • 18. What can happen if the water temperature is too high?
A) Stress and illness
B) Faster growth
C) Brighter coloration
D) Increased appetite
  • 19. Why should you avoid using soap in an axolotl tank?
A) It makes the water cloudy
B) It increases the pH level
C) It corrodes the decorations
D) It's toxic to axolotls
  • 20. What does it mean if an axolotl is 'floating'?
A) Could be a sign of illness or gas
B) They are sleeping
C) The water is too shallow
D) They are enjoying themselves
  • 21. What type of fish should NOT be kept with axolotls?
A) Any fish, generally
B) Plecos
C) Goldfish
D) Guppies
  • 22. What is the scientific name for axolotl?
A) Ambystoma mexicanum
B) Ichthyophis glutinosus
C) Salamandra salamandra
D) Rana temporaria
  • 23. How do axolotls primarily find food?
A) Smell and movement
B) Sight
C) Echolocation
D) Taste
  • 24. What is a common bacterial infection in axolotls?
A) Dropsy
B) Red Leg
C) Ich
D) Fin Rot
  • 25. What is the best way to dechlorinate tap water for an axolotl tank?
A) Boil the water
B) Use a water conditioner
C) Let it sit out for 24 hours
D) Add baking soda
  • 26. At what age are axolotls typically sexually mature?
A) 1-3 months
B) 6-12 months
C) 2-3 years
D) 5 years
  • 27. What is a cloaca?
A) A type of axolotl fungus
B) A common excretory opening
C) A sensory organ
D) A breathing apparatus
  • 28. How many toes do axolotls typically have on each foot?
A) 4-5
B) 6
C) 3
D) 2
  • 29. What does it mean if an axolotl's skin is peeling?
A) They are changing color
B) Normal shedding
C) They are growing
D) Could be a sign of stress or poor water quality
  • 30. What is the role of tannins in an axolotl tank?
A) Lowers pH level to dangerous levels
B) Adds essential nutrients
C) Removes nitrates
D) Can have antifungal and antibacterial properties
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