Ethical Axolotls

Our supply list is below, including a print and sort friendly version. But first, please consider investing in a reliable food source for your axolotl.

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We use Amazon affiliate links. This comes at no additional cost to you, and it nabs us the occasional $10 gift card – and that really helps our rescue efforts out!

NameSupply TypeProduct LinkDescriptionImportance
Hygger Water Change Hose 50’ (w/faucet adaptor)Care Accessorieshttps://amzn.to/3SNuSF2Automatic water change hose for water changes – not necessary but highly recommended.**
Water Change Syphon 7′Care Accessorieshttps://amzn.to/4crgKIDSyphon for water changes, drains water from the aquarium into a bucket manually.***
Turkey Baster 17″Care Accessorieshttps://amzn.to/3WK8EVHFor detritus removal and feeding.**
ThermometerCare Accessorieshttps://amzn.to/3SQqqFOMonitors temperature of aquarium – maintain between 55-65f for axolotls. Batteries included.***
CaribSea Moonlight Super Naturals SandDecor / Enrichmenthttps://amzn.to/3SR4ydrAppropriate fine grained substrate for axolotls.***
Exoterra Riverbed SandDecor / Enrichmenthttps://amzn.to/3TdaIF1Appropriate fine grained substrate for axolotls.***
Resin Log Hide 14″Decor / Enrichmenthttps://amzn.to/3AnkJJ9A homey house for your lotl.**
Resin Log Hide 10″Decor / Enrichmenthttps://amzn.to/4fMWrIMA homey house for your lotl.**
Resin Stone Hide 10″x12″Decor / Enrichmenthttps://amzn.to/46LDphwA homey house for your lotl.**
Slate Corner Hide 10″x10″Decor / Enrichmenthttps://amzn.to/4fIUpsZA homey house for your lotl.**
HammockDecor / Enrichmenthttps://amzn.to/4ctYwq6Axolotl lounging area. Replace metal o-rings with zip ties.*
API Aquarium SaltMedicalhttps://amzn.to/3yuYb8LAppropriate salt for salt baths (used for stubborn fungal infections) and aquarium parameter maintenance.***
Seachem KanaplexMedicalhttps://amzn.to/4cqA60rAntibiotic for treatment of bacterial infections – may be dosed in the aquarium, however it will crash the cycle. Use regular dose for axolotls.**
Methylene BlueMedicalhttps://amzn.to/3M7WsJIDosed as a bath at 5 drops per gallon, use in unfiltered enclosures only – its antimicrobial properties will crash your filter cycle! Used to treat parameter burns and fungal infections.***
NitrofurazoneMedicalhttps://amzn.to/3yGBluUStrong antibiotic for treatment of bacterial infections. Use mask/gloves while mixing powder.**
Seachem PrimeWater Chemistryhttps://amzn.to/4clrCI4Axolotl-safe dechlorinator.***
Aqueon DechlorinatorWater Chemistryhttps://amzn.to/4cpNORuAxolotl-safe dechlorinator.***
API Freshwater Master Test KitWater Chemistryhttps://amzn.to/4crxQGtTop tier for accuracy test kit for monitoring cycling and husbandry parameters.***
Fluval Master Test KitWater Chemistryhttps://amzn.to/3zWUVn7Top tier for accuracy test kit for monitoring cycling and husbandry parameters.***
API GH/KH Liquid Test KitWater Chemistryhttps://amzn.to/4dIzsfVLiquid test kit for monitoring water hardness and pH stability.***
Seachem ReplenishWater Chemistryhttps://amzn.to/3Ajk632Water additive to boost low GH (below 10dGH). Adds calcium, magnesium, etc for axolotl musculoskeletal development.**
Seachem Alkaline BufferWater Chemistryhttps://amzn.to/4fEsHO9KH and pH buffer for pH below 7.2 and KH below 6dKH.**
Fluval Beneficial BacteriaWater Chemistryhttps://amzn.to/4doGE19Beneficial bacteria for speeding up Nitrogen cycle progress.*
Seachem Stability Beneficial BacteriaWater Chemistryhttps://amzn.to/3WLaJkbBeneficial bacteria for speeding up Nitrogen cycle progress.*
Ammonium Chloride (Dr. Tim’s)Water Chemistryhttps://amzn.to/3TWukNENecessary to feed to beneficial bacteria before addition of animal, prevents loss of livestock.***
Fritz Fishless Fuel Ammonia SolutionWater Chemistryhttps://amzn.to/3NpHkYsNecessary to feed to beneficial bacteria before addition of animal, prevents loss of livestock.***
SunSun Canister FilterFiltrationhttps://amzn.to/4cmxRLTCanister filtration, ideal for larger tanks.**
Corner FilterFiltrationhttps://amzn.to/3Aq0QkASponge-style filter, powered by air pump (not included). Ideal for small aquariums.***
Aquarium Air PumpFiltrationhttps://amzn.to/4dLT2b1Powers sponge filters and air stones. High wattage = more efficient filtration.***
Ceramic Filter MediaFiltrationhttps://amzn.to/3yFIb3BAdditional high-quality biological filter media.**
Sponge Media PadsFiltrationhttps://amzn.to/3SQrauvAdditional high-quality mechanical filter media.**
Seachem PurigenFiltrationhttps://amzn.to/3X4uc0DAdditional high-quality chemical filter media.*
Filter Media Mesh Containment BagsFiltrationhttps://amzn.to/3YF9K7UMesh bags to contain filter media within filter.**

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