Axolotls

Feeding

Axolotls emerge out of their eggs at less than half an inch long, and can get up to 18in (9-12in on average). So they go through a variety of different foods, this section will take you through what you should be feeding them at these different stages of life.

Newborn

Along with 100-1,000 other tiny Axolotls, they come out looking for any kind of moving food. Something like live Baby Brine Shrimp, or live baby Daphnia are easiest to come by. They won't eat anything frozen this young, and will need to be fed 1-3 times a day.

Developing

At about 2 weeks they should have developed front legs, and a stronger sense of smell. Meaning they can start to eat frozen foods, if bloodworms are the frozen food of your choice make sure they're on the smaller side.

Baby Adults

A month and a half in they've developed completely, now it's just a matter of growing. They should be able to take Axolotl pellets and small chunks of worms, but bloodworms are the most common choice at this size.

Young Adult

Once they reach 4 inches in length (about 2 months old), they'll be ready for Red Wiggler and Earthworm diets. One Red Wiggler or 1/2-1/3 of an Earthworm is enough for daily feedings, pellets can be used in a supplementary diet.

Adult Life

A year to a year and a half Axolotls reach maturity, and now they can take daily Earthworms (in pieces if necessary). After a few years, they start to slow down in feeding, moving, and overall activity, you'll want to feed them only 2-4 times a week.