Category: Axolotls

  • Axolotls and Ichthyophthirius (ICH) What To Know

    Axolotls and Ichthyophthirius (ICH) What To Know

    Axolotls are some of the most popular aquarium pets around. They’re easy to care for and make a great first pet for newcomers to the hobby, but they can also be susceptible to certain diseases. One of these is Ichthyophthirius, more commonly known as ICH or “white spot disease.” This blog post will discuss ICH…

  • Can Axolotls Eat Vegetables? Or stick to meaty foods?

    Can Axolotls Eat Vegetables? Or stick to meaty foods?

    Axolotls are unique creatures, so you might assume they have a very complex diet. Axolotls are naturally carnivores, and whether they are feeding in the wild or a pet owner is feeding them in captivity, the diet will revolve primarily around animal-based protein sources.  As a carnivore, their digestive system is developed to break down…

  • Can Axolotls Eat Crickets? A Suitable food option?

    Can Axolotls Eat Crickets? A Suitable food option?

    When looking into what you can feed your pet Axolotl (or you might not even have one as a pet and be curious), you’ll likely find that as carnivores, their diet is both the wild and in captivity is mainly protein-based from small fish, animals, and insects.  Widespread food sources for Axolotls are earthworms, nightcrawlers,…