Leucistic Axolotl

Ambystoma mexicanum

1 in the tank

Where it's from

Native to Mexico

Recorded as introduced in Colombia, Ecuador, Germany and Peru

The range of its wild species, Ambystoma mexicanum.

Native range: Global Register of Introduced and Invasive Species (CC BY 4.0); GRIIS Checklist of Introduced and Invasive Species (CC BY 4.0); Lista de la herpetofauna con distribución en México (CC BY 4.0).

At a glance

Size: 10 in; 25 cm
Min tank: 20 gal; 76 L
Temp: 60–64°F; 16–18°C
pH: 6.5–8
GH: 125–250 ppm; 7–14 dGH
Temperament: Peaceful
Swims: Bottom
Lifespan: 10-15 yrs

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