Lucy Axolotl

Description

The Lucy Axolotl (Ambystoma mexicanum) is a very unique salamander species that lives its entire life in the “larval” stage. It never becomes land-dwelling and is instead fully aquatic with external gills. This Mexican native is critically endangered in the wild, but is captive-bred by many aquarists and has been developed into many exceptional color morphs. It attains an impressive, but manageable size, and it is relatively easy in care provided that a few very important needs are met. This less common color variant is available as a natural GFP (Green Fluroescent Protein) type. The “glowing” coloration of GFP-type Axolotls can be seen under a blacklight or actinic blue light, but a blacklight should never be used because it will quickly damage the eyes of the Axolotl. Blue lights are safe for viewing the Axolotl