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