(Part 3) Top products from r/axolotls
We found 28 product mentions on r/axolotls. We ranked the 91 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the products ranked 41-60. You can also go back to the previous section.
41. Aqua Clear, Fish Tank Filter, 40 to 70 Gallons, 110v, A615A1
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Aquarium refiltration system that offers superior contact time with filter media and energy efficient pump lowers operating costsQuick and easy installation, we recommend that you clean aquarium filter every two weeks for maximum operation and efficiencyProvides optimal mechanical, chemical, and...
42. Aqua Clear, Fish Tank Filter, 5 to 20 Gallons, 110v, A595
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
Aquarium refiltration system that offers superior contact time with filter media and energy efficient pump lowers operating costsQuick and easy installation, we recommend that you clean aquarium filter every two weeks for maximum operation and efficiencyProvides optimal mechanical, chemical, and...
43. Wardley Shrimp Pellet Fish Food for Bottom and Algae Eaters - 9oz
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Scientifically developed sinking pellet formula is ideal for feeding a variety of tropical fish, especially bottom feeders such as catfish plecostomus and loachesIncludes 9 ounces of slow sinking pellets in a convenient, easy-to-store jarHigh quality protein to support normal growthContains a stabil...
44. Seachem Equilibrium 300gram
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Restores and maintains mineral balance and GHDoes not contain sodium or chloride like competing productsIdeally suited for use with RO or DI water or any mineral deficient water
45. Seachem Stability Fish Tank Stabilizer - For Freshwater and Marine Aquariums 500 ml
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
TANK STABILIZATION: Seachem Stability will rapidly and safely establish the aquarium biofilter in freshwater and marine systems, thereby preventing the #1 cause of fish death: "new tank syndrome".TREATMENT: Stability is formulated specifically for the aquarium and contains a synergistic blend of aer...
46. Zoo Med Mesh Reptile Hammock, 17.5-Inch
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Perfect with Reptile LadderUtilizes unused space on side wallsProper resting place reduces stress
47. Marina Floating Thermometer with Suction Cup
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
Easy to read floating thermometer with suction cupsIncludes a safety zone indicatorEquipped with suction cupsEnsures your aquarium is at a proper temperature4.25 inches tall
48. Aqueon Aquarium 20 Gallon Long
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
High quality glass construction with dimensions 30.25" x 12.5" x 12.75"For freshwater and marine applicationsClean silicone edges (select sizes available in clear or black)Always include a drip loop when plugging aquarium appliances into the electrical outletPlace aquarium on stand able to safely be...
49. Zanyzap Pre-Filter Sponge 3 Pack for Fluval Edge Aquarium
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
3 pack of premium quality pre-filters for Fluval EdgeEasily connects to filter intake stemPrevents small and baby inhabitants from being drawn into filterTraps particles and debrisEnhances biological filtration
50. MarineLand Penguin 100 Power Filter, 10-20 Gallon, 100 GPH (PF0100B),Black
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
WITH ROTATING BIO-WHEEL: Patented Bio-Wheel technology provides excellent wet/dry biological filtration.MULTI-STAGE FILTRATION: Delivers mechanical, chemical and biological aquarium filtration to maintain a clean aquatic environment.COMPATIBILITY: Use with Marineland Rite-Size Filter Cartridges (see...
51. Marineland PF0350B Penguin Power Filter, Upto 75 Gallons, 350 GPH
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
WITH ROTATING BIO-WHEEL: Patented Bio-Wheel technology provides excellent wet/dry biological filtration.MULTI-STAGE FILTRATION: Delivers mechanical, chemical and biological aquarium filtration to maintain a clean aquatic environment.COMPATIBILITY: Use with Marineland Rite-Size Filter Cartridges (see...
52. Tetra Whisper Air Pump 20 To 40 Gallons, For aquariums, Powerful Airflow, Non-UL Listed
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
POWERFUL: Tetra Whisper Air Pump provides dependable airflow to your aquarium.QUIET: Patented dome shape, suspended motor and sound-dampening chambers for quiet operation.AVAILABLE SIZES: Select the proper size for your tank – 10, 20 and 40-gallon pumps have single air outlets, 60 and 100-gallon p...
53. Zilla Reptile Habitat Décor Shale Rock Den, Medium
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Rock formations that appear realistic inside the terrariumSatisfies your pet's desire to find a place to hide and cool downProvides an elevated platform for your pet to bask and warm upNon-porous exterior resists bacterial growth. Easy to clean with warm, soapy water and rinseThis is designed for us...
54. Penn-Plax Shale Step Ledge and Cave Hide-Out Medium Aquarium Resin
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
PERFECT FOR REPTILES, SMALL FISH, AND OTHER AQUATIC PETS: the Penn Plax Shale Cave Hide-Out is a great addition to any aquarium or terrarium. It’s perfect for territorial fish, small reptiles, newts, salamanders, crayfish, axolotls, snakes, and more!Realistic rock formation: the beautiful hand pai...
55. Aquaclear 70-Gallon Foam Inserts, 3-Pack
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Traps particles and debris; Tailored fit prevents bypassDesigned to fit the AquaClear 70 filterSuitable for aquariums between 40 to 70 gallons3-pack; Economical way to purchase inserts
56. Stoney River White Aquatic Sand Freshwater and Marine Aquariums, 5-Pound Bag
Sentiment score: 0
Number of reviews: 1
Will not affect PHSafe for use in freshwater aquariumsNon-Toxic coating
57. Zoo Med Mesh Reptile Hammock Small, 14-1/2 Inch
Sentiment score: 1
Number of reviews: 1
A soft nylon mesh which provides a lofty, yet accessible multi dimensional perchSmall size, 14.2 inch lengthCreates an arboreal resting place on the slippery sides of your glass or acrylic terrariumProvides more living space for your animals
58. Honeywell HT-900 TurboForce Air Circulator Fan Black
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
Small fan for table or floor:The Honeywell turbo force air circulator fan has 3 speeds & a 90 degree pivoting head. This quiet fan is compact enough for on a table or wall mount & powerful enough to help provide comfortable cooling in small-medium rooms.Feel the Power: Honeywell's TurboForce line of...
59. Tetra 77960 SafeStart, 15-Gallon, 50-ml, 1.69-Ounce
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
Treats up to 100 gallons as maintenance to boost bacteria (use during filter cartridge changes or when treating your aquarium)For new aquariums, it will fully cycle a 20 gallon aquariumPatented live bacteria allow immediate addion of fish in newly set-up freshwater aquariumsSafeStart acceleratesthe ...
60. C2G USB Extension Cable - USB 2.0 A Male to A Female Extension Cable, White (6.6 Feet, 2 Meters) - 19018
Sentiment score: 2
Number of reviews: 1
FULLY MOLDED CONNECTORS – Provides excellent strain relief that ensures superior connectivity and a durable, long lifeFOIL AND BRAID SHIELD – Double shielding prevents and protects the cable from unwanted noise interference. This helps to minimize interference for error-free data transmission be...
I'll just give you my generalize copy/pasta I usually hand out in situations like these so if you wanna read it when you got a chance, then you have it! Also has tips and purchase links for Amazon as well for different axolotl stuffs.
HOW TO CYCLE:
Warnings:
1.If your tank isn't cycled, you are going to chemical burn them with ammonia in the water. And they will suffer. Nitrate ( the final of the chemical process) can also burn the fish/axolotl. This is why we keep this number under 40ppm. If it is higher than 40ppm, change the water 75%.
*NOTE: Most bottles of beneficial bacteria say they cycle a tank in a day. Cycling can take up to a month in some cases but usually just two weeks if you keep on it. This requires constantly monitoring, testing and replacing most of the water in the tank when you get high ammonia/nitrite levels. You need ammonia/nitrite to be 0 and nitrate to be more than 0. Definitely less <40. If all your levels are higher than this, or if nitrate remains 0, your tank isn't cycled.***
Summery;
So basically, cycling builds beneficial bacteria which makes these waste breakdown chemicals go through a cycle of breaking down into a less dangerous form which keeps fish/axolotl from getting sick/dying. ... Most new fish people don't do this. And fish store employees try & tell them just adding something like seachem stability fixes this. It doesn't. An uncycled tank is basically new tank syndrome and it kills animals.
You still are going to need to keep an eye on chemical levels after the cycle..Occasionally different things can cause the cycle to "crash", like changing the filters or a high tempeture, or the filters becoming dry..
Once your tank is cycled, and you have an axolotl, honestly it's not that much work. The cycles the worst part. I feed my adult axolotls once every other day, I change 75% of their water twice a month, and add water to top it off / spot clean occasionally two-three other times a month due to the water I lose due to evaporation.
Stuff you'll need:
Links:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B001R1RXUG?aaxitk=NqgMhM9.r7.gAHICKezCoA&amp;pd_rd_i=B001R1RXUG&amp;pf_rd_p=0ef604ef-c787-43e9-9404-52a4ff25a95c&amp;hsa_cr_id=8386596470601&amp;sb-ci-n=asinImage&amp;sb-ci-v=https%3A%2F%2Fimages-na.ssl-images-amazon.com%2Fimages%2FI%2F71pMktGGyRL.jpg&amp;sb-ci-a=B001R1RXUG
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0002AQITK/ref=mp_s_a_1_5?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1549784880&amp;sr=8-5&amp;keywords=tank+thermometer
4.
Air pump + line + stone.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B073DWVX5P/ref=mp_s_a_1_11?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1549784937&amp;sr=8-11&amp;keywords=air+pump+for+aquarium&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=41%2BcSpzfDgL&amp;ref=plSrch
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B000260FUM/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1549785038&amp;sr=8-2&amp;keywords=hob+filter&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=41Rr1kpTVOL&amp;ref=plSrch
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B01F88BMC8/ref=mp_s_a_1_3_a_it?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1549785094&amp;sr=8-3&amp;keywords=shower+pouf
Prime; https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00025694O/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1549785181&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=seachem+prime&amp;dpPl=1&amp;dpID=41Q0rRc8NML&amp;ref=plSrch
Stablity:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0002APIIW/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1549785210&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=seachem+stability
Pellets:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B0787T25J1/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1549785278&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=axolotl+pellets
Repashy:
https://www.chewy.com/repashy-superfoods-meat-pie-gel/dp/166289?utm_source=google-product&amp;utm_medium=cpc&amp;utm_campaign=f&amp;utm_content=Repashy%20Superfoods&amp;utm_term=&amp;gclid=Cj0KCQiAkfriBRD1ARIsAASKsQLQAXpk3WwGiCwRMr6OQmbfUXPIZutYnADrujltXxW1PPSVgYpPduEaAmAaEALw_wcB
Ice cube trays for repashy( frozen is better. It's a jello. It will really trash your tank. So frozen is better):
https://www.amazon.com/niceCube-Mini-Ice-Cube-Trays/dp/B01L7ZFBXW/ref=mp_s_a_1_2?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1549785496&amp;sr=8-2-spons&amp;pi=AC_SX236_SY340_FMwebp_QL65&amp;keywords=mini+ice+cube+tray&amp;psc=1
https://www.arcatapet.com/m/item.cfm?cat=22600&amp;source=GA-PLA00522600&amp;fullsite=0
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B011DDJZ9Y/ref=mp_s_a_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1549785739&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=aquarium+vacuum
Feeding tongs: They're actually tweezers for planting a planted fish tank. These can grip worms very well.. The Amazon ones that are silver suck and will make your life hell. Don't waste your money on ones on amazon unless you can find these on Amazon.
https://www.petco.com/shop/en/petcostore/product/fish/feeding-accessories/fluval-straight-forceps
I had my little guy in a 5g when I got him and used these to keep it cool. (linking directly to usa amazon just so you know what I got but you'd probably be better off finding the same/similar on a more appropriate site for your location!)
USB Fans (x2) https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B003XN24GY/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1 - these are SUPER quiet - could barely hear them when running!
USB Hub - I covered up the two remaining ports with tape so water didn't get in it, but you could also just get a hub with two ports instead of four! https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00XMD7KPU/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
Extension cable to plug in the hub to my power strip that had usb outlets. If your power strip doesn't have a usb port then you'll need to get a brick as well. https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B00007FGU5/ref=ppx_yo_dt_b_search_asin_title?ie=UTF8&psc=1
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In the North Carolina summer at 90-110 degrees F, this kept my tank at about 62-65 F
Set up for TWO Axolotls
Realistic initial set up cost $145
(Not including cost of axolotls)
$5-$150 30g tank MINIMUM preferably 40+ (OfferUp Facebook groups Craigslist pet stores)
$1-$130Hides - decor or caves or even home made must be water safe even pvc piping works minimum of 2 for each (decor can become expensive fast if you want to make your tank look very “pretty”)
$20-$75 Filter - something with low current flow sponge filter or a canister filter with something to break up a strong flow if you have a sponge filter you need air line tubing and a air pump (link of canister filter is what I use in my 55g tank )
Bacto-Surge High Density Foam Filter https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00GOFPX9I/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_oov7AbY5ESARC
Penn Plax Airline Tubing for Aquariums –Clear and Flexible Resists Kinking, 25 Feet Standard https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0002563MW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_kpv7AbQ20H9V7
Tetra Whisper Easy to Use Air Pump for Aquariums (Non-UL) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0009YF4FI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_Hpv7AbC3Y8R2Z
SUN 4-Stage Aquarium External Canister Filter with 9 Watt UV Sterilizer 264GPH (HW402B with Pro Filter Kits) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01MFCS6W7/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_CVv7AbX67HQED
$10-$15 Water additives
Water dechlorinator follow instructions on bottle if the tank isn’t fully cycled use prime plus follow instructions on bottle it helps keeps the water healthy for the axolotls too
API TAP WATER CONDITIONER Aquarium Water Conditioner 16-Ounce Bottle https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004LO9KSY/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_1qv7AbHFPEHT5
Tetra 77960 SafeStart, 100 Gallon, 250-ml, 1.69-Ounce https://www.amazon.com/dp/B003E2RI74/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_1tv7AbDHHEMEY
$20-$35 API water test kit to make sure the water is in good parameters
http://www.axolotl.org/requirements.htm
API FRESHWATER MASTER TEST KIT 800-Test Freshwater Aquarium Water Master Test Kit https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000255NCI/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_zvv7AbK35G0WW
$2-$10 Aquarium thermometer that reads down to 60 degrees F
CNZ Digital LCD Thermometer for Aquarium Fish Tank Vivarium Reptile Terrarium https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00KPXVI94/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_yxv7Ab1NSQ5H6
$5-$20 Aquarium syphon
Aqueon Medium Siphon Vacuum Aquarium Gravel Cleaner, 9-Inch https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004RK1WBK/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_2aw7Ab3Z5KS9B
Feeding
$2.50-$3 Fishing earth worms (Walmart sporting goods section)
$10-$15 blister pack of 30 blood worm cubes (I can sell them to you while supplies last for $15 or you can buy them at any pet shop that sells fish)
Earth worms when they get bigger try to feed them nibbles of a worm like the size of their head and move up as they get bigger and frozen blood worms for first month to month and a half try to feed the earth worms to the axolotls ever couple days by hand until they start accepting them they might start accepting earth worms as soon as a week after receiving them from me (feed frozen blood worms every other day until they are regularly eating pieces of worm )
Maintenance
You can use a turkey baster and clean up their poops as you see them you’ll still have to do water changes but much less water 25%-35% or use a syphon once a week and do a 30%-50% water change along with the water dechlorinator and some of the safe start plus make sure to test the water regular with the api test kit
Keeping the water to the correct temperature
60-64F is the perfect water temp for them but it can be hard to achieve during summer but doing more regular water changes can help with that and putting a fan over the aquarium blowing on it will help by up to 4-5 degrees
NO SAND OR GRAVEL ESPECIALLY NO GRAVEL EVER sand maybe fine once they are 6-7inches but they will swallow it and they can become impacted and possibly lead to death
This sounds like a nightmare!! Why would you get the axolotls without a cycled tank?? That is very hard on those lil doods when they’re so little! I think they’ll make it, but run to the store and buy Seachem Prime and double dose your water to condition and help establish the tank quicker. If you have a 20 Gallon with 3 Axos in it, you HAVE to get more than a sponge filter, get a HOB filter meant for 20 Gallon, they’re literally like $30
Amazon Link
Definitely daily 50% water change until you get a filter setup.
I'm in the process of redoing my tanks, but I'd recommend getting some items that provide additional "levels" to the tank. I use a Zoo Med floating turtle log, and I've also ordered a Repti hammock for my second tank! Other options are ordinary soap holders with suction cups that provide nice little seats for your lotls.
>With the appropriate plant life and maybe other animals is it possible to build a self sustaining ecosystem?
It's not as easy as it is with fish (and even then you need to replace water occasionally to add new minerals to the water). I keep mine on sand, with loads of plants. They still make a big mess, even though I've got good filtration. I clean twice per week and test the water once per week.
Definitely don't mix axolotls with other animals (they can choke on snails), but you could keep small shrimp with them temporarily (they will eat them eventually, though)!
And for this filter, would I also need an air pump? I know I sound incompetent but I promise I'm not!!! Just trying to cover all my bases!
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https://www.amazon.com/Aqua-Clear-Power-Filter-AquaClear/dp/B000260FVG/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1536260246&sr=8-2&keywords=aquaclear%2Bfilter&th=1
I got it from a friend, but I found a link on Amazon!
https://www.amazon.com/Penn-Plax-Shale-Hide-Out-Medium-Aquarium/dp/B0018CJNEI/ref=mp_s_a_1_fkmr2_2?keywords=aquarium+tiered+rock+hide&amp;qid=1565484895&amp;s=gateway&amp;sr=8-2-fkmr2
The general recommended tank size is 20 gallons long. But a few sites I've seen said that the absolute minimum is 10 gallons (or 37 liters).
Here's a link to an amazon page for a 20 gal long. https://www.amazon.com/Aqueon-Tank-Black-30X12X12-20L/dp/B0002AS21W/ref=sr_1_4?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1542777437&amp;sr=8-4&amp;keywords=20+gallon+long+aquarium. Generally I'd suggest looking around at major pet stores. They can often get equipment in cheap.
I have Wardley sinking shrimp pellets and Noodle vaccums them up like candy. He also gets worms for more complete nutrition.
https://www.amazon.com/Zoo-Med-Reptile-Hammock-17-5-Inch/dp/B0002AQDKO/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1485410801&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=reptile+hammock
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B000260FUW/?tag=fishlore-20
https://www.amazon.com/Marineland-Penguin-Power-Filter-50-Gallon/dp/B0009IMDQM/ref=sr_1_4?s=pet-supplies&amp;ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1519069282&amp;sr=1-4&amp;keywords=filter&amp;th=1
I was looking at these two so far, but the 2nd one seems off since its half price the others...
Zilla Reptile Habitat Décor Shale Rock Den, Medium https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00176B39S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_gwl6CbTP3V8KD
Is this what you need?
Estes Gravel Products AES06606 Este Marine Sand Black for Aquarium, 5-Pound https://www.amazon.com/dp/B004LOIIKA/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_BhR1DbPBJZVMN
Stoney River White Aquatic Sand Freshwater and Marine Aquariums, 5-Pound Bag https://www.amazon.com/dp/B001OTW77K/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_QhR1Db4PDGA90
Seconding sponges! My Eheim's spray bar is a bit too forceful as well, and I have covered it with these Fluval cylinder sponges. I used a knife to poke a hole in the bottom of the sponge so I could easily slide it onto the bar. Of course, any shape of sponge can be cut and molded and tied where necessary. I just went for the fool proof option (alas, I am only a fool).