Tag: comportement
Axolotls and light: do they need special lighting?
When setting up an aquarium for an axolotl, you may wonder whether you need to install a specific lighting system. Unlike many ornamental fish, axolotls do not need light to live, and poor lighting management can even have negative effects on their health and well-being. So should you install lighting? And if so, under what…
Can you handle an axolotl?
Axolotls fascinate people with their unique appearance, calm behaviour and “cute” look. Many beginner owners ask a legitimate question: can you handle an axolotl the same way you would handle a goldfish or a turtle? The answer requires nuance, because although it is not strictly forbidden, handling an axolotl should remain exceptional and follow a…
Can Two Axolotls Live Together?
The idea of seeing two axolotls share the same aquarium may seem appealing: more life in the tank, interactions between individuals, saved space. But is this cohabitation risk-free? Not really. Axolotls can be territorial, injure each other, and several conditions must absolutely be respected to avoid accidents. Here is everything you need to know before…