{"product_id":"copper-axolotl","title":"Copper Axolotl","description":"\u003cp class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAmbystoma mexicanum\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCopper Axolotls are a distinctive color morph of the Mexican axolotl, displaying warm copper, tan, and brown coloration that can be accompanied by darker spotting or freckling. Like other axolotls, they remain fully aquatic throughout their lives and retain their characteristic feathery external gills.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAxolotls require a specialized \u003cstrong\u003ecool-water aquarium\u003c\/strong\u003e rather than a typical tropical fish setup. Adults commonly reach approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8–12 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e, and their long-term care depends on cool temperatures, excellent water quality, gentle filtration, appropriate substrate, and a protein-rich diet. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCare Level:\u003c\/strong\u003e Intermediate\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperament:\u003c\/strong\u003e Generally peaceful; best kept individually\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAdult Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e8–12 inches\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMinimum Tank Size:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e20-gallon long minimum; 29+ gallons preferred for an adult\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e59–68°F\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003epH:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e6.5–8.0\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGH:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cstrong\u003e7–18 dGH\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Carnivore\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLifespan:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approximately \u003cstrong\u003e10–15 years with proper care\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRecommended Setup:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep Copper Axolotls in a fully cycled, cool freshwater aquarium with excellent water quality, gentle filtration, low water movement, subdued lighting, and smooth hiding places. Floor space is particularly important because axolotls spend much of their time along the bottom of the aquarium. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubstrate:\u003c\/strong\u003e A bare bottom is safe, while appropriately fine sand can be used for sufficiently large axolotls. \u003cstrong\u003eDo not use gravel, pebbles, or small stones\u003c\/strong\u003e that could be swallowed while feeding and potentially cause an intestinal blockage. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTemperature Warning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Axolotls are \u003cstrong\u003ecold-water amphibians, not tropical fish\u003c\/strong\u003e. Their aquarium should generally remain below 68°F. A heater normally isn't necessary, and warmer homes may require an aquarium fan or chiller to maintain an appropriate temperature. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDiet:\u003c\/strong\u003e Feed a varied, protein-rich carnivorous diet. Earthworms\/nightcrawlers and quality sinking axolotl pellets make excellent staple foods, with other appropriately sized animal-based foods used for variety.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTankmates:\u003c\/strong\u003e A species-only aquarium is the safest setup. Fish can nip an axolotl's delicate external gills, while small fish and other animals may be swallowed. Multiple axolotls also require considerably more space and should be similar in size to reduce the risk of injury.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlease Note:\u003c\/strong\u003e Copper coloration, spotting, body shade, and gill coloration can naturally vary between individual animals. Aqua Huna selects males and females randomly and does not guarantee sex. \u003cstrong\u003eAqua Huna does not provide an exact purchase size for this listing, so Felipe's Fish does not guarantee a specific arrival size.\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLegal Notice:\u003c\/strong\u003e Axolotl ownership and sale are restricted in some jurisdictions. Aqua Huna currently states that axolotls are illegal to own in \u003cstrong\u003eCalifornia, Maine, New Jersey, and Washington, D.C.\u003c\/strong\u003e, with permits required in \u003cstrong\u003eNew Mexico and Hawaii\u003c\/strong\u003e. They also state they do not ship axolotls to Hawaii or Washington State. Destination laws should therefore be verified before an order is fulfilled. \u003cspan class=\"contents\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll livestock from Felipe’s Fish is carefully selected and prepared for safe transport. Please review our shipping and Live Arrival Guarantee policies before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Felipe's Fish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52680186396952,"sku":null,"price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0966\/9830\/2744\/files\/copperaxo.png?v=1789410211","url":"https:\/\/felipesfish.com\/products\/copper-axolotl","provider":"Felipe's Fish","version":"1.0","type":"link"}