Can you put a baby axolotl with an adult?

No, you generally should not put a baby axolotl with an adult because the adult may try to eat the baby, even accidentally, as they are cannibalistic and size difference is a major risk for injury or death; they must be similar in size (within an inch or two) and well-fed, with separate tanks often being best for safety.
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Can you put a baby axolotl with an adult axolotl?

For everyone's safety, it is best to put similar sized ones together. Oddly enough, the juvenile ones tend to bully the adults and bite them. Young ones especially eat away at adult axie tails. If you see adult axolotls looking sad at a pet store, they may have been kept with young ones.
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Can axolotls live with another axolotl?

Yes, axolotls can live together, but it requires careful management: they must be similar in size, ideally the same sex (to prevent breeding), well-fed to avoid cannibalism or nipping, and in a sufficiently large tank with plenty of hiding spots, as they are solitary by nature and can injure each other, especially if one is much smaller or hungry. 
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Do axolotls do better in pairs?

Axolotls are solitary and don't need pairs, but they can live together if conditions are perfect: same size, same sex (to prevent breeding/stress), ample space (30-40+ gallons), and many hiding spots to prevent cannibalism, as they're prone to nipping limbs or eating smaller tank mates. It's often easier and safer to keep them alone due to risks, but with careful management, pairs or groups can work, though they don't get "lonely".
 
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How long does it take for a baby axolotl to become an adult?

An axolotl grows rapidly in the first year, reaching near-adult size (around 6-10 inches) within 12-18 months, but can continue to grow and mature slowly until they are 2-3 years old to reach their full potential of 9-12+ inches, though they're considered mature at about 18 months and are fully grown by 2-3 years, with excellent care and genetics leading to larger sizes. 
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Why do people put axolotls in the fridge?

Fridging can have multiple benefits: It slows down the growth of pathogens such as viruses, bacteria and fungi. As an appetite suppressant, the reduced need for food slows ammonia buildup associated with tubbing. The immune system of the axolotl is able to work more efficiently in colder temperatures.
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Is a 1 year old axolotl an adult?

Live images of a hatchling axolotl (∼3 weeks old), young juvenile (∼3 months old), late juvenile (∼5 months old), sexually mature adult (∼1 year old), and a 3-year-old adult show the dramatic increase in size over time.
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What are the downsides of owning an axolotl?

They might always appear to be smiling, but axolotl dietary and water quality needs are very hard to meet in captivity, and they are generally not recommended as pets for this reason.
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How to team up with an axolotl?

To "team up" with an axolotl in Minecraft and earn the "Healing Power of Friendship" achievement, you need to help it win a fight against a hostile aquatic mob (like a Drowned) by attacking the mob while the axolotl is fighting it, then finishing the kill yourself to get the regeneration buff and unlock the achievement. You'll want to lure a Drowned into shallow water, let your axolotl attack it, and then you finish off the mob for the effect and achievement.
 
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Do axolotls need a friend?

No, axolotls do not need a friend; they are solitary creatures that thrive alone and won't get lonely, but they can live with other axolotls if conditions are perfect (same size, plenty of space, hides), though it's risky due to potential nipping and cannibalism. It's generally recommended to keep them solitary or with similarly sized tank mates, as overcrowding or size differences can lead to injury or death, with a minimum of 40 gallons for two axolotls. 
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What not to put in an axolotl tank?

To keep an axolotl healthy, avoid gravel, small rocks, and anything smaller than its head to prevent fatal impaction; no fish or other tank mates that could nip gills or be eaten; bright lights; strong water flow; aloe vera or copper-based aquarium products, and stressful handling; instead, use fine sand/bare bottom, dim lighting, gentle filtration, and axolotl-safe water conditioners like Seachem Prime.
 
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What does axolotl mating look like?

After the male deposits a spermatophore, he moves forward one body length, and the female continues to follow him. Once she is positioned with her cloaca over the spermatophore, the male moves off. The female then lowers her cloaca over the sper- matophore while rapidly shaking her tail.
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What size tank for 2 axolotls?

For two axolotls, a minimum of a 30-gallon tank is often cited, but 40 gallons (especially a breeder tank) or larger is highly recommended for better water quality and ample floor space, as they need room to move and hide, with many experts suggesting 20 gallons for the first, plus 10 gallons for each additional axolotl. Bigger is always better, with some advocating for 55-75 gallons for two to ensure quality of life and manage their heavy bioload.
 
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Will an adult axolotl eat a baby axolotl?

Once the axolotls reach 2-3 inches in length, their front and hind legs should be fully developed, and they will have outgrown their cannibalistic phase, allowing them to be reintroduced to the same tank.
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What states are illegal to own an axolotl?

Axolotls are illegal to own without permits or completely banned in certain U.S. states, primarily California, Maine, New Jersey, and D.C., due to their endangered status and risk as an invasive species if released. Other states like New Mexico and Hawaii require permits, while some like Virginia also have restrictions, emphasizing the need to check local laws before getting one.
 
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What is the lifespan of a baby axolotl?

The axolotl lifespan is 10 to 15 years.
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Do axolotls do better in pairs or alone?

In the wild, axolotls are solitary animals, and so are happy being kept on their own. If multiple axolotls are to be kept together, enough space should be given for each one to have its own area away from others. Axolotls are messy animals, and sensitive to poor water quality.
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What will make my axolotl happy?

To make your axolotl happy, provide cool, clean water, plenty of low-light hiding spots (caves, plants like Anubias or Java Fern), gentle filtration, and a diet of live earthworms or pellets, ensuring a stress-free, dim environment with minimal handling and consistent water parameters. 
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Will it hurt if an axolotl bites you?

Axolotl bites generally don't hurt much, feeling more like a tickle, suck, or slight pressure because they have small, soft teeth for gripping food, not tearing flesh. However, a bite can be startling and, in rare cases, if the axolotl latches on with head thrashing (like a dog with a toy), it can feel like sandpaper and potentially break the skin, though this is unusual. They usually bite out of mistaken identity, thinking a finger is a worm.
 
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Is it cruel to keep an axolotl in a tank?

Axolotls are solitary creatures and are happy to live alone in their fish tank. They can be around other axolotls, as long as they are not small enough to fit in the mouth of the other.
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How much do axolotls usually cost?

Axolotls usually cost $30 to $80 for common types, but prices vary widely with color and rarity, from about $35 for babies to over $100-$200+ for exotic morphs like GFP or Axanthic. Remember, the purchase price is just the start; proper setup (tank, filter, chiller) can cost $200-$400+, making the overall cost of ownership significantly higher, say.
 
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How many times a day do you feed an axolotl?

Juvenile axolotls up to 3 inches long should be fed daily, up to three times per day. When your axolotl is between 3 and 7 inches long, begin reducing feedings to twice per day, and then to one daily feeding. Once an axolotl is over 7 inches in length, space feedings out further.
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What does it mean when an axolotl flicks its gills?

When an axolotl flicks its gills, it's usually a normal, healthy sign that it's creating water flow to help oxygen get to its gills and carbon dioxide get away, optimizing its breathing, especially when resting or after eating; it's like a gentle, efficient breathing mechanism, not a cause for concern unless accompanied by other signs of stress like curled gills or lethargy. 
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