{"id":724,"date":"2026-02-16T22:35:39","date_gmt":"2026-02-16T22:35:39","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/product\/albino-white-black-eye-axolotl-ambystoma-mexicanum\/"},"modified":"2026-02-22T15:20:59","modified_gmt":"2026-02-22T15:20:59","slug":"albino-white-black-eye-axolotl-ambystoma-mexicanum","status":"publish","type":"product","link":"https:\/\/aquadistribution.co.uk\/?product=albino-white-black-eye-axolotl-ambystoma-mexicanum","title":{"rendered":"Albino White Black Eye Axolotl Ambystoma Mexicanum"},"content":{"rendered":"<p data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"179\"><strong data-start=\"121\" data-end=\"179\">Albino White Black Eye Axolotl (<em data-start=\"155\" data-end=\"176\">Ambystoma mexicanum<\/em>)<\/strong><\/p>\n<p data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"471\"><strong data-start=\"181\" data-end=\"194\">Overview:<\/strong><br data-start=\"194\" data-end=\"197\" \/>The Albino White Black Eye Axolotl is a striking aquatic amphibian, featuring a clean white albino body contrasted by distinctive dark eyes. Its feathery external gills and permanently aquatic nature make it a fascinating and unique addition to any cool freshwater aquarium.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"634\"><strong data-start=\"473\" data-end=\"484\">Origin:<\/strong><br data-start=\"484\" data-end=\"487\" \/>Native to Lake Xochimilco in Mexico, axolotls are critically endangered in the wild. All axolotls available in the aquarium trade are captive bred.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"852\"><strong data-start=\"636\" data-end=\"648\">Feeding:<\/strong><br data-start=\"648\" data-end=\"651\" \/>Carnivorous. Feed a varied diet of high-quality axolotl pellets, earthworms, bloodworms, and other suitable frozen or live foods. Juveniles should be fed daily, while adults are fed 2\u20133 times per week.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"886\"><strong data-start=\"854\" data-end=\"884\">Tank \/ Setup Requirements:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"1183\">\n<li data-start=\"887\" data-end=\"944\">\n<p data-start=\"889\" data-end=\"944\">Minimum tank size: 75 litres (20 gallons) per axolotl<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"945\" data-end=\"1006\">\n<p data-start=\"947\" data-end=\"1006\">Fine sand or bare-bottom setup recommended (avoid gravel)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1007\" data-end=\"1058\">\n<p data-start=\"1009\" data-end=\"1058\">Provide caves, hides, or PVC tubes for security<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1129\">\n<p data-start=\"1061\" data-end=\"1129\">Low water flow is essential, as axolotls are sensitive to currents<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1130\" data-end=\"1183\">\n<p data-start=\"1132\" data-end=\"1183\">Avoid sharp d\u00e9cor to prevent skin and gill damage<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1350\"><strong data-start=\"1185\" data-end=\"1200\">Tank Mates:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1203\" \/>Best kept alone or with other axolotls of similar size. Fish and invertebrates are not recommended, as they may be eaten or cause stress or injury.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1450\"><strong data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1367\">Aggression:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1367\" data-end=\"1370\" \/>Generally peaceful but opportunistic. May nip tank mates if crowded or underfed.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1556\"><strong data-start=\"1452\" data-end=\"1473\">Experience Level:<\/strong><br data-start=\"1473\" data-end=\"1476\" \/>Intermediate. Requires cool, stable water conditions and consistent maintenance.<\/p>\n<p data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1581\"><strong data-start=\"1558\" data-end=\"1579\">Water Parameters:<\/strong><\/p>\n<ul data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1709\">\n<li data-start=\"1582\" data-end=\"1616\">\n<p data-start=\"1584\" data-end=\"1616\">Temperature: 14\u201320\u00b0C (57\u201368\u00b0F)<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1617\" data-end=\"1632\">\n<p data-start=\"1619\" data-end=\"1632\">pH: 6.5\u20138.0<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1633\" data-end=\"1659\">\n<p data-start=\"1635\" data-end=\"1659\">Water Type: Freshwater<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1660\" data-end=\"1688\">\n<p data-start=\"1662\" data-end=\"1688\">Ammonia &amp; Nitrite: 0 ppm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li data-start=\"1689\" data-end=\"1709\">\n<p data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1709\">Nitrate: &lt;20 ppm<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Albino White Black Eye Axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) Overview:The Albino White Black Eye Axolotl is a striking aquatic amphibian, featuring a clean white albino body contrasted by distinctive dark eyes. Its feathery external gills and permanently aquatic nature make it a fascinating and unique addition to any cool freshwater aquarium. 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