Natural Slate Aquarium Stones - Extra Large 8 to 10 Inch. PH Neutral. Perfect for Aquascaping and Igwami Aquariums, Nano Tanks and Reptile and Amphibian Enclosures (Approx 16-18 lbs)

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Touching an axolotl can damage the protective mucus on their skin, leaving them more vulnerable to bacterial infections. You’ll also want to make sure that your aquarium cave is structurally sound and won’t collapse under the weight of the water.

Keep in mind that adding more axolotls to your aquarium will create more waste and increase ammonia levels.

These beneficial bacteria colonies start a natural filtration process. They turn deadly ammonia into nitrite, and nitrite into nitrate, which isn’t as dangerous. This aquarium cave would be great for larger fish, as they would have plenty of room to swim around inside. Fake aquarium plants can also be added to the outside of the cave for a more natural look. Rinse all of your aquarium equipment with tap water treated with conditioners to avoid the spread of unwanted chemicals. Feeding your Axolotl After your axolotl settles into its new tank, you’ll need to commit to daily and weekly maintenance.

Cycling your tank, or creating a nitrogen cycle, is when you establish bacterial colonies in a new aquarium. Wash earthworms before feeding them to your axolotl to avoid dirtying your water with dirt and soil.While it’s true that portland cement is a non-toxic material, it can be harmful to fish if it’s not properly cured. Most Portland cement products are aquarium safe unless they are labeled as “modified” or “polymer modified.” The addition of these ingredients can be harmful to fish and other aquatic life. You’ll need to attach ferns to furniture in your tank. They work well in aquariums without substrate.

If you decide not to use a filter, you’ll have to do more daily maintenance to keep your tank clean. Aquarium safe silicone is a type of adhesive that is designed for use in aquariums. It is odorless, non-toxic, and will not harm your fish or other aquatic life.

Any water you add should be the same temperature and values as your tank. This will help you avoid big fluctuations that could put stress on your axolotl. If you have a lot of hiders in your tank, a pile of round swim-through stones may be just what you need. It can also help even out some aggression when each fish can stake out their territory. Unfortunately, Joe has not updated part 3 with his finished project, but you can get the gist of it from the video. Multi-Hole PVC Pipe DIY Aquarium Caves