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