{"product_id":"gfp-albino-axolotl","title":"GFP Albino Axolotl","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(255, 42, 0);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTo protect our animals and to ensure they arrive healthy, axolotls ship directly from our dedicated breeding partner using expedited overnight service.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGFP Albino Axolotl (\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAmbystoma mexicanum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003cspan\u003e)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e combines pale albino coloring with the Green Fluorescent Protein trait. Under normal lighting it appears as a soft pink to cream albino with pale translucent eyes. Under blue or ultraviolet light it fluoresces an intense green.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbino skin carries almost no pigment to mask the fluorescence, which makes this the brightest glowing axolotl we offer.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAbout This Axolotl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGreen Fluorescent Protein originates from a jellyfish gene that has been used in amphibian research for decades and is now well established in captive axolotl lines. The protein absorbs blue light and re-emits it as green, which is what produces the glow.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGFP is an inherited trait, not a treatment or a dye. It affects appearance only and has no bearing on health, temperament, lifespan, or care requirements. On an albino base the glow extends across the entire body, limbs, and gills.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAxolotls are neotenic salamanders, meaning they retain their larval features and external gills for life rather than transforming into a terrestrial adult. They remain fully aquatic from hatching onward.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAquarium Care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAxolotls are cool-water amphibians and must be kept in a fully cycled aquarium with stable water quality. They are sensitive to ammonia and nitrite, so the aquarium should be established and tested before an axolotl is introduced.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature is the single most important factor in axolotl care. They do best in cool water and become stressed once temperatures climb into the mid 70s Fahrenheit. A tank placed in a cool room is usually sufficient, although a chiller or clip-on fan may be needed in warmer climates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKeep the current gentle. Strong flow causes stress and can fold the gill filaments back against the body. A sponge filter, or a canister outlet fitted with a spray bar, works well.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTank Setup\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSubstrate choice matters more than almost anything else in the aquarium. Use a bare bottom or fine sand only. Gravel and small stones are readily swallowed during feeding and are a leading cause of impaction.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eProvide caves, PVC pipe, terracotta pots, or other shaded retreats. Albino axolotls are especially light sensitive because they have no eyelids and no protective eye pigment, so keep lighting subdued and give them somewhere dim to rest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA 20-gallon long aquarium is the practical minimum for a single adult, with roughly 10 additional gallons for each further axolotl. Floor space matters more than depth.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eA dedicated blue LED is the practical way to enjoy the GFP trait. Use it briefly and sparingly rather than as the main aquarium light.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDiet\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAxolotls are carnivores. Sinking axolotl pellets or soft carnivore pellets make an excellent staple diet, supplemented with earthworms, nightcrawlers, live blackworms, and frozen bloodworms.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eJuveniles are generally fed daily, while sub-adults and adults are fed every two to three days. Offer food at the bottom of the aquarium where the axolotl naturally hunts, and remove anything uneaten to protect water quality.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAlbino axolotls have poorer eyesight than pigmented morphs and often hunt more by scent and touch. Place food directly in front of them or use feeding tongs if they are slow to find it.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTankmates\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAxolotls are best kept alone or with other axolotls of a similar size. Anything small enough to fit in the mouth will eventually be eaten, including nano fish, dwarf shrimp, and small snails.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFish are not recommended. Many species nip at the exposed gill filaments, and most community fish require temperatures far too warm for an axolotl.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhen housing more than one axolotl, keep them closely matched in size and provide separate hiding places and generous floor space. Smaller individuals may lose limbs or gills to larger tankmates.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBreeding Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAxolotls generally reach breeding condition between 12 and 18 months of age. The male deposits spermatophores that the female collects, after which she lays several hundred eggs on plants, decor, and aquarium glass.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEggs hatch in roughly two to three weeks depending on temperature. Larvae need live foods such as baby brine shrimp and microworms from the moment they begin feeding.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGFP is inherited as a dominant trait, so a GFP parent will pass the glow to a meaningful share of its offspring. Larvae are cannibalistic and must be sorted by size, and a single clutch can produce far more young than most keepers are able to house.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eRecommended Water Parameters\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTemperature:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 60° to 68° F (optimal 62° to 64° F)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003epH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 6.5 to 8.0 (optimal 7.4 to 7.6)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eKH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 3 to 8 dKH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eGH:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 7 to 14 dGH\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eMinimum tank size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e 20-gallon long for a single adult, with approximately 10 additional gallons per further axolotl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAdult size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Approximately 9 to 12 inches\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eTypical purchase size:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Varies by option selected, from 3 to 5 inches for juveniles to 8 inches or more for adults\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003cspan\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cspan\u003e Captive-bred; the wild species is native to Lake Xochimilco, Mexico\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eWhat We Like About This Axolotl\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• The brightest glowing axolotl we offer\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Albino skin carries no pigment to mask the fluorescence\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Soft pink to cream coloring under normal light\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Pale albino eyes give it a gentle, distinctive face\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• GFP is inherited and requires no special care\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cspan\u003e• Hardy and straightforward to keep in cool water\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan\u003eImportant Notes\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThe GFP trait is only visible under blue or ultraviolet light. Under normal aquarium lighting the animal will simply look like an albino axolotl. Glow intensity varies between individuals.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBlue and ultraviolet lighting should be used in short sessions rather than continuously. Albino axolotls are particularly light sensitive and need a shaded retreat at all times.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAxolotls are a cool-water species and should never be kept in a heated aquarium. Sustained temperatures in the mid 70s Fahrenheit and above will cause stress and can lead to illness.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eFine sand or a bare bottom is strongly recommended, as gravel and small stones are a common cause of impaction. Axolotl skin is delicate and the skeleton is largely cartilaginous, so handling should be kept to a minimum and never done with dry hands.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAxolotl ownership and sale are restricted in certain U.S. states and jurisdictions. Customers are responsible for verifying that axolotls are legal to own and receive in their state and local area before ordering.\u003cbr\u003eShrimpy Business cannot ship to jurisdictions where axolotls are prohibited or require permits that have not been obtained. We are not responsible for animals refused, confiscated, or restricted due to local laws or regulations.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eSelect your preferred size above, from juvenile through adult male or female. Color, size, and markings vary between individual animals, and the axolotl you receive will not be identical to the photographs.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"axolotlsuperstore","offers":[{"title":"Juvenile (3–5 in.)","offer_id":52548796809506,"sku":"sku-49120870859004","price":69.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Sub-Adult (5–8 in.)","offer_id":52548796842274,"sku":"sku-51215963980028","price":94.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false},{"title":"Adult Male (8+ in.)","offer_id":52548796875042,"sku":"sku-51215964012796","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"Adult Female (8+ in.)","offer_id":52548796907810,"sku":"sku-51215964045564","price":119.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0078\/9227\/1189\/files\/GFP_Albino_Front_Black.png?v=1789404054","url":"https:\/\/shrimpybusiness.com\/products\/gfp-albino-axolotl","provider":"Shrimpy Business","version":"1.0","type":"link"}