{"product_id":"zoomed-axolotl-aquatic-newt-food","title":"ZooMed Axolotl \u0026 Aquatic Newt Food | High-Protein Sinking Pellets","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eZooMed Axolotl \u0026amp; Aquatic Newt Food is a soft, high-protein sinking pellet purpose-formulated for axolotls and other fully-aquatic salamanders. The pellets sink quickly to the substrate where axolotls hunt, soften enough for polyp-mouth feeding, and deliver the protein and fat profile cool-water amphibians actually need — without the filler grains common in generic fish foods.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eLooking for more axolotl supplies? Browse our full \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/fish-food\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFish \u0026amp; Aquatic Food\u003c\/a\u003e selection or the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/fresh-water\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFreshwater\u003c\/a\u003e collection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFeatures\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003ePurpose-formulated for axolotls and aquatic newts — not a repurposed fish food\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSoft sinking pellets — easy for amphibian mouths to grasp and swallow whole\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eHigh protein (~36–45% crude protein) with whole-fish, krill, and shrimp meal ingredients\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSinks immediately so axolotls can hunt by smell on the substrate\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAvailable in 2 oz (56.6 g) and 11 oz (312 g) resealable jars — pick what matches your feeding pace\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eReliable staple food for axolotls (Ambystoma mexicanum), fire-bellied newts, paddletails, and other aquatic salamanders\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eHow to Feed\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eDrop a few pellets into the tank near where your axolotl rests. They'll detect food by smell and swim up to swallow each pellet. Use feeding tongs to deliver pellets directly to shy or competing animals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeeding frequency:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eJuveniles (under 6 in \/ 15 cm): daily, 2–3 small pellets per feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eSub-adults (6–9 in): every 1–2 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eAdults (9–12 in): 2–3 times per week, 4–6 pellets per feeding\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003eRotate with frozen bloodworms, blackworms, and earthworm pieces to keep the diet varied. Remove any uneaten pellets within 30 minutes — leftovers spoil quickly in cool water and bump ammonia. Once opened, store the jar sealed in a cool, dry place; refrigeration after opening extends freshness.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003ctable style=\"width: 100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eZooMed\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAxolotl \u0026amp; Aquatic Newt Food\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSizes Available\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e2 oz (56.6 g) jar \u0026amp; 11 oz (312 g) jar\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eForm\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eSoft sinking pellet\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eFreshwater (axolotls \u0026amp; aquatic newts)\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTarget Species\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eAxolotls, fire-bellied newts, paddletails, aquatic salamanders\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n    \u003ctr\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCondition\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n      \u003ctd style=\"padding: 6px; border: 1px solid #ddd;\"\u003eNew\u003c\/td\u003e\n    \u003c\/tr\u003e\n  \u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eRecommended Pairings\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cul\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/axolotl-wild-type\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eWild Type Axolotl\u003c\/a\u003e — pair this food with one of our captive-bred axolotls\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003eFrozen bloodworms, blackworms \u0026amp; earthworm pieces — rotate proteins for a varied diet\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/water-treatments\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eSeachem Prime \u0026amp; water conditioners\u003c\/a\u003e — keep ammonia in check after feedings\u003c\/li\u003e\n    \u003cli\u003e\n\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/collections\/fresh-water\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eFine sand substrate \u0026amp; freshwater accessories\u003c\/a\u003e — substrate-safe for axolotl hunting\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionTitle\"\u003eFAQ\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"sectionContent\"\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIs this a complete diet for my axolotl?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIt's a great staple, but rotate in earthworms (nightcrawlers) and frozen meaty foods like bloodworms, blackworms, and mysis to give your axolotl a varied, complete diet over time.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWill it cloud my water?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNot when fed responsibly. The pellets stay intact in cool water for 30+ minutes — long enough to be eaten — but pull leftovers to keep ammonia under control.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShould I get the 2 oz or the 11 oz?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003ePick the 2 oz if you have one axolotl or are trying the food for the first time. The 11 oz jar is the better value for multi-axolotl tanks or long-term keepers — refrigerate after opening to keep the larger jar fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I feed this to fish too?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou can, but it's not optimized for fish — the protein\/fat profile and pellet softness target amphibians. Fish foods made for community species are usually a better fit for tropical or coldwater fish.\u003c\/p\u003e\n  \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat about juvenile axolotls?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eJuveniles can eat this food, but you may need to crush pellets or feed live blackworms and chopped earthworms first until they grow large enough to take pellets whole.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"ZooMed","offers":[{"title":"2 oz","offer_id":48600850071771,"sku":"40183","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"11 oz","offer_id":48600850104539,"sku":"40184","price":13.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0767\/5209\/3403\/files\/image_17f0760b-e951-4712-a65a-a95628e5d622.png?v=1774442389","url":"https:\/\/squeakysaquatics.com\/products\/zoomed-axolotl-aquatic-newt-food","provider":"Squeaky's Aquatics","version":"1.0","type":"link"}